Special Education Resource Teacher

Niles-Community-Schools; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Niles Community Schools is seeking a dynamic Special Education Resource Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will collaborate with administrators, staff, and families to deliver high-quality instruction and supports to students with cognitive, emotional, or learning differences in a diverse district.

The role requires Michigan certification with a suitable endorsement, strong communication, and the ability to use technology effectively to implement IEPs and data-driven

Qualifications

• Must be certified to teach in Michigan with an endorsement in Cognitive Impairments (SA), Emotional Impairments (SE), Learning Disabilities (SM), or Autism (SV).
• Strong communication and professionalism are required for daily interaction with students, staff, administration, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Utilize research-based intervention strategies and continuously assess student response to intervention, modifying as needed for success.
• Act as a case coordinator by preparing for, participating in, and ensuring IEP implementation according to district processes.
• Align student goals and objectives with district and state standards.
• Competent in using technology applications related to classroom management and instruction.
• Manage and instruct students on appropriate behavior using positive behavior strategies per Board policy and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Collaboration

Education

Michigan teaching certification with SA/SE/SM/SV endorsements

Job description

Niles Community Schools

Special Education Resource Teacher

October 20, 2026

Full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year

Reports to: Ballard Principal or Director of Special Education (or designee)

Niles Community Schools is looking for dynamic Special Education Resource Teachers. Highly effective communication skills and professionalism are required for daily interaction with a diverse workforce, student population, building administration, and community.

Required Qualifications:

• Certified to teach in the State of Michigan with a Cognitive Impairments (SA), Emotional Impairments (SE), Learning Disabilities (SM), or Autism (SV) endorsement

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (non-prioritized):

• Utilize a variety of research-based intervention strategies, continually assessing student response to intervention, and make modifications as needed to ensure all students are successful
• Act as a case coordinator by preparing for, participating in, and ensuring IEP implementation according to the school process
• Ability to align student goals and objectives with district and state standards
• Competent in using a variety of technology applications related to both classroom management and the instructional process
• Manage and instruct students on appropriate behavior using positive behavior strategies consistent with Board policy and procedures

Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age (except as authorized by law), religion, military status, ancestry, or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes") in its educational programs or activities. The Niles Community Schools Board of Education complies with all federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (race, color, or national origin) or Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (gender) may be directed to the Director of Special Education, 269.683.0757; compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (disability) may be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel and Curriculum, 269.683.6662; all at 1Tyler Street, Niles, MI 49120.