Special Education Teacher

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Center (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

United Healthcare PPO including vision and dental with employer covering 80%

401K with match options

Free Short- and Long-Term Disability

Free Basic Life Insurance

Wellness benefits, including up to $250 annual reimbursement

Paid time off, varying by role

Performance Bonuses

CE hours

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Retention bonus

Discount program

Job summary

A mission-driven educational organization in Texas is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide tailored learning experiences for students with disabilities. The successful candidate will implement Individualized Educational Programs and collaborate with general education teachers. This role demands empathy, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to educational equity. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in education and Special Education certification in Michigan, with experience in diverse, low-income communities being ideal.

Qualifications

• Experience working in diverse, low-income communities.
• Sensitivity to the needs of culturally diverse urban adolescents and families.
• Experience in designing interventions for struggling students.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities.
• Implement programs outlined in students’ Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with general education teachers for student needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and specialists.
• Develop and modify materials to meet individual needs.
• Support families and implement behavior interventions.

Skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to support diverse students

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent

Certification in Special Education in the State of Michigan

Job description

• Position Type: Special Education / Elementary School Teaching / Special Education Early Childhood
• Date Posted: 1/6/2026
• Location: CEN
• Date Available: ASAP
• District: Detroit Leadership Academy
• Job Title: Special Education Teacher
• Department: Academics
• Reports To: Principal
• Classification: Exempt
• Location: Detroit, MI and Redford, MI

Who are we?

CEN is a mission- and values-driven organization committed to being Child Centered, Caring, Transformative, Accountable, and Anti-Racist.

The mission of CEN is to build a system of remarkable neighborhood schools in traditionally under-resourced communities using a trauma-informed, whole child approach to education — ensuring college, career, and life success for all children.

At CEN, we believe that creating and sustaining excellent and equitable schools for all children is the most critical issue today and that high-quality education is the only way to change the life trajectory and outcomes for kids. We believe that, regardless of their zip code, our kids deserve remarkable schools.

CEN team members are steadfast in our vision to dismantle systemic educational inequities. We are committed to culturally responsive education, including systems that promote anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Why Join CEN?

At CEN, we provide a wealth of professional learning, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are committed to the health and wellness of our employees. Moreover, CEN offers one of the most comprehensive compensation and benefits packages in the city of Detroit. CEN employees earn competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, including:

• United Healthcare PPO including vision and dental with employer covering 80%
• 401K with match options
• Free Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Free Basic AD&D
• Supplemental insurance plans available
• Wellness benefits, including up to $250 annual reimbursement
• Free State Continuing Education Clock Hours
• Paid time off, varying by role
• Performance Bonuses
• Annual Retention Bonus that grows year over year
• Free membership in employee discount program.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking tenacious staff members who operate with empathy and will settle for nothing less than academic and life success for all students. Professionals with a passion for urban education and the city of Detroit align best with our needs and goals. Our top performers are focused on building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues, and are driven by data and student outcomes.

What are the major job responsibilities?

The Special Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aids, accommodations, and other needed supports. A successful employee is a consummate professional, upholding the mission, goals and objectives of the organization.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implement the program outlined in the student’s Individualized Educational Program (“IEP”) in the least restrictive environment.
• Prepare for student’s annual IEP in a timely manner (completing forms, invitations to attendees, scheduling meetings).
• Prepare for three-year re-evaluations in a timely manner (testing, completing of forms, invitations to attendees, scheduling of meeting times).
• Maintain complete and on-going records for all students.
• Maintain a log of parent and community contacts.
• Maintain a comfortable learning environment for students whether in a pull-out situation or mainstream setting.
• Adapt materials from the curriculum to meet the needs of students served.
• Utilize instructional materials that meet special learning needs of students.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers to meet the needs of their students.
• Demonstrate creativity in reaching, challenging and engaging students in learning.
• Utilize strategies and techniques to modify unacceptable behavior.
• Collaborate with social workers in creation of Behavior Plans.
• Evaluate all student records for current IEP needs as those records arrive in the Academy.
• Demonstrate knowledge of disability areas experienced by students with special needs that are attending the Academy.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent, required.
• Have a highly qualified certification in Special Education in the State of Michigan.
• Experience with working in diverse, low-income communities; sensitivity to and awareness of the needs of culturally diverse urban adolescents and families.
• Outstanding organizational skills and strong attention to detail; excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to the belief that all students can succeed.
• Experience and demonstrated success in designing and executing interventions for struggling students.
• Experience and demonstrated success in designing and delivering social skills and character development lessons.
• Experience and success in supporting families.
• Possess the desire and willingness to develop their own skill set.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain constructive group relationships
• Will successfully pass a criminal background check
• We ask our team to believe in, deliver on, and embody the following values: Be Child-Centered, Be Caring, Be Transformative, Be Accountable, and Be Anti-Racist

CEN does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

Postings current as of 2/20/2026 12:02:15 AM CST.

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