Special Education Teacher

Eleutheria; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with match

CEU reimbursement

Spread Pay

Paid Sick Time

Disability Insurance

Online Lending Library

Job summary

Point Quest Group in Detroit, MI is seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead a classroom, develop and implement IEPs, and use PBIS strategies to support students with diverse learning needs.

This full-time role requires a valid SPED teaching certificate, a bachelor’s degree, and state background checks; the position offers collaboration with families and staff, competitive benefits, and district partnerships.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance where state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.

Skills

Special Education

IEP Development

PBIS

Family Collaboration

Classroom Management

Education

Teaching Certificate, SPED

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

IEP documentation systems

Job description

Job Title:

Special Education Teacher

Pay Range:

$40-$50/hourly

Job Description:

26/27 School Year | $40-$45/hour | Full-Time | Detroit, MI|MI teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement

About the Role:

Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. You’ll develop and implement IEPs, manage classroom behavior using PBIS, supervise paraprofessionals, and collaborate with families and staff to support each student’s academic and social growth. This role combines instructional leadership with hands‑on teaching in a supportive, mission‑driven environment.

Why Join Us:

Point Quest Group is committed to keeping support for staff, students, and schools at the center of everything we do. Through our longstanding partner, IEP Therapy’s service model is led by dedicated directors and supported by clinical leaders who are focused on your success. Together, our industry-leading approach includes:

• Regular caseload check-ins and clinical consultation from in-house Directors who carry no caseloads
• Local office support with the resources of a national organization
• CEU, license, and tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) with company match
• Spread pay option, paid sick time, and life/short-term disability insurance
• Quarterly appreciation gifts and online lending library

What You’ll Do:

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs

What We’re Looking For:

Must Have:

• Valid teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement
• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree in Special Education strongly preferred)
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance, as applicable by state

Preferred:

• 2–5 years working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs
• Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with IEP documentation systems

About Point Quest Group:

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in‑district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.

Physical Demands:

• Environment : Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
• Activity : Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Sensory : Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

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