Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) match

40-hour school week

Weekends off & school holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education in Clinton Township, MI is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join a self-contained classroom serving up to 15 students with diverse learning needs for the 2026–2027 school year. You will implement individualized plans, collaborate with paraprofessionals, educators, and families, and monitor progress while maintaining required documentation in a structured learning environment.

A Michigan teaching certificate with SPED endorsement is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with SPED endorsement.
• Experience teaching students with diverse needs in self-contained or elementary SPED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction in a self-contained classroom serving up to 15 students with two paraprofessionals.
• Develop and implement instructional plans to promote academic, social, and behavioral growth.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, educators, and families to support student progress and foster an inclusive classroom.
• Monitor student performance, maintain required documentation, and adapt instruction to meet goals.

Skills

Special education experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement

Job description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs! Join Cross Country Education as a Special Education Teacher in Clinton Township, MI, and create an engaging, inclusive classroom where every student has the opportunity to succeed during the 2026–2027 school year.

Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction in a self-contained classroom serving up to 15 students, supported by two paraprofessionals, using individualized teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Develop and implement instructional plans that promote students' academic, social, and behavioral growth in a structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, educators, and families to support student progress and foster a positive, inclusive classroom culture.
• Monitor student performance, maintain required documentation, and adapt instruction to meet individual educational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Special Education endorsement
• Experience teaching students with diverse learning needs in a self-contained or elementary special education setting preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $45.20 - $46.10per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher,with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a consistent 40-hour school workweek, weekends and school holidays off, and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education: www.crosscountry.com/education
Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.