Special Education Teacher

Essexville-Hampton Public Schools - Essexville, Mi; Essexville (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Essexville-Hampton Public Schools in Michigan is seeking a Special Education Teacher (Middle School) for Cramer Junior High to plan and implement instruction in co-teacher classrooms while coordinating MTSS and PBIS supports for diverse learners. This is a full-time, in-person role with collaboration across departments and families.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education from an accredited college or university
• Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Work with MTSS including early interventions and PBIS
• Coordinate IEP processes and documentation with local, state, and federal guidelines
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, administration, ISD, and families
• Serve as a case manager and ensure compliance with policies
• Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings

Skills

Collaboration

Inclusion

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate - Special Education endorsement

Job description

Position Title

Special Education Teacher (Middle School)

Location

Cramer Junior High

Posting Date

August 25, 2026

Deadline

Until filled

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education from an accredited college or university
• Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement

Job Requirements

• The primary job goal for this position is to plan and implement instruction in co-teacher classrooms
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Work with, understand, and implement Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) including a special focus on early interventions
• Work with or understand Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS)
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies
• Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
• Serve as a case manager, ensure all IEP processes and documentation are compliant with local, state, and federal guidelines
• Collaborate effectively with general education teachers, support staff, administration, ISD, and families
• Have an unwavering commitment to believing that all students can learn
• Have an unwavering commitment to positively engaging families in the education process
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed
• Special education grade level assignments may change in the future depending on special education needs across the district.

Reports To

Building Principal

Salary

• $43,501-$82,600, based on education and experience
• $5,000 retention bonus
• Additional earning opportunity: $27/hour for eligible special education-related work, up to $2,430 annually
• Pay: $43,501.00 - $82,600.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification

• Michigan teaching certificate (Required)

Work Location

In person

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply