Secondary Resource Room - English

Young World Physical Education; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Special Education Resource Room teacher in Sterling Heights, Michigan. The selected candidate will develop and implement interventions tailored to students' needs, ensuring compliance with Michigan education regulations.

This full-time role involves collaboration with teachers, parents, and administration to promote students' academic success while managing paraprofessionals. Required qualifications include a degree in special education and a valid Michigan teaching certificate.

Qualifications

• Must possess a bachelor's or graduate degree in special education.
• Must hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate.
• Endorsements sought: BA/BX and K-12 SA, SE, SM or SV.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and consult with teachers, related services providers, parents and administration.
• Evaluate and implement strategies for students with disabilities.
• Analyze data to plan individual instructional interventions.
• Manage all activities of the assigned paraprofessionals.

Skills

Collaboration with teachers

Behavioral intervention strategies

Instructional intervention planning

Data analysis for student progress

Education

Bachelor's or graduate degree in special education

Valid Michigan teaching certificate

Endorsements BA/BX and K-12 SA, SE, SM or SV

Job description

Secondary Resource Room - English

Utica Community School District TBD - Sterling Heights, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5776450
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

The Special Education Resource Room teacher will develop and implement evidence-based instructional, communication and behavioral support for students in collaboration with related service providers per the Individual Education Program (IEP). They will function as case managers and ensure compliant individualized education, while supporting the vision and mission of Utica Community Schools by demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence.

Reports To: Building Administrator

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and consult with teachers, related services providers, parents and administration.
• Evaluate and implement strategies and interventions for students with disabilities to develop and promote skills and behaviors necessary for social, behavioral and academic success.
• Coordinate support for students mainstreamed into the general education curriculum.
• Analyze data to plan individual instructional interventions and positive behavior support plans.
• Maintain compliance per IDEA and Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) including the MET/IEP process, timelines, and eligibility criteria.
• Determine targeted goals and monitor student progress.
• Instruct students on the proper use of technology, materials, and equipment.
• Manage all activities of the assigned paraprofessionals providing services for students.

Qualifications

• Must possess a bachelor's or graduate degree in special education.
• Must hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate.
• Endorsements sought: BA/BX and K-12 SA, SE, SM or SV.

Apply

Applicants must apply online at https://uticak12.schoolspring.com/ . Please scan and upload applicable letters of introduction, resume, transcripts, credentials, letters of recommendation, and certificates to your online application. Any questions may be directed via phone at 586.797.1130.

NONDISCRIMINATION

It is the policy of the Utica Community Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, nation origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination by this educational agency.

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 11303 Greendale
• Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]