Special Education Teacher

Birch Agency; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Dedicated recruiter support

Collaborative school environment

Immediate impact

Job summary

Birch Agency is recruiting a Special Education Resource Teacher for an elementary school in Eastpointe, Michigan. This is an immediate-start, full-time, in-person position serving K-2 or 3-5 resource rooms with a paraprofessional support team.

Caseloads are roughly 10-14 students per room, with mainstreaming for certain subjects. The role emphasizes collaboration with general education teachers, IEP development, and ongoing progress monitoring to promote student growth and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
• Experience with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education instruction in a resource room.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers for accommodations.
• Monitor progress toward IEP goals and document results.
• Participate in IEP and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain accurate compliance documentation and student records.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and staff.
• Use evidence-based instructional strategies to support learning.

Skills

Special Education

IEP development

Communication

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Resource Teacher - Eastpointe, MI

Position: Special Education Resource Teacher

Location: Eastpointe, Michigan

Position Type: Full-Time, In-Person

Start Date: Immediate

Assignment Length: Through the End of the Current School Year

Grade Levels: Elementary Resource Program (K-2 or 3-5)

Compensation: Competitive, Based on Experience

Immediate Opening: Special Education Resource Teacher

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Education Resource Teacher to join an elementary school team in Eastpointe, Michigan. This is an immediate-start opportunity for the remainder of the current school year.

We currently have multiple elementary resource room openings serving students in either Kindergarten through 2nd Grade (K-2) or 3rd through 5th Grade (3-5). Each classroom serves approximately 10-14 students and includes the support of a dedicated paraprofessional.

Students spend the majority of their instructional day within the resource classroom and are mainstreamed into general education settings for specials and select academic subjects. The ideal candidate is committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs while fostering academic growth, independence, and success.

Position Details

• Location: Eastpointe, MI
• Elementary Resource Room Assignment
• Multiple openings available:
• K-2 Resource Room
• 3-5 Resource Room
• Caseload: Approximately 10-14 students
• Dedicated paraprofessional support
• Students spend most of the day in the resource classroom
• Mainstreaming opportunities for specials and selected academic areas
• Full-time position
• In-person assignment
• Competitive compensation
• Immediate start available

Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education instruction to elementary students in a resource room setting.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure accommodations and modifications are implemented appropriately.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain accurate compliance documentation and student records.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, administrators, and support staff.
• Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Support students in developing academic, organizational, social, and self-advocacy skills.
• Partner closely with the classroom paraprofessional to maximize student success.
• Assist students in successfully transitioning between resource and general education settings throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Special Education or a related field.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and special education compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet individual student needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an elementary resource classroom.
• Experience with progress monitoring and data-driven instruction.
• Familiarity with co-teaching and inclusive practices.
• Experience supporting students with a variety of learning, behavioral, and emotional needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Weekly pay options.
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Dedicated recruiter and administrative support.
• Collaborative and supportive school environment.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact on students' educational success.

If you are a passionate Special Education professional looking for an opportunity to make a difference right away, we encourage you to apply. Join our team in Eastpointe, Michigan and help elementary students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through the remainder of the school year.

Position: Special Education Resource Teacher (Elementary K-2 or 3-5)

Location: Eastpointe, MI

Start: Immediate

Duration: Through the End of the Current School Year

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, School Hours

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