Special Education Teacher

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Harper Woods (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

A public educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide tailored instruction to students with disabilities. This role involves developing IEPs, assessing student progress, and collaborating with educational teams to achieve positive outcomes. A valid Michigan Teaching Certificate and specific endorsements are required to qualify for the position. The successful candidate will have experience in special education and a commitment to creating a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or temporary authorization.
• Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with students with disabilities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide specialized instruction for students with disabilities.
• Evaluate and assess student progress versus instructional objectives.
• Implement annual IEP plans, including specialized services and goals.

Skills

Research-based specialized instruction

IEP management

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate

Endorsements in Special Education

Job description

Position Type: Special Education/ Resource Room - Special Education

Date Posted: 9/10/2025

Location: Harper Woods High School

District: Harper Woods School District

Harper Woods Public Schools Special Education Job Description

Position Title

Special Education Teacher

Location

High School

Salary

In accordance with teaching experience

Reports to

Principal

Bargaining Unit

HWEA

Benefits Eligible

Yes

In accordance with the Agreement between Harper Woods Education Association, MEA/NEA, Local 1, and The School District of the City of Harper Woods, Board of Education the following vacancies are announced:

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

Minimum Qualifications

Possess a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools or an equivalent agency.

Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization (T2EA), with one of the following endorsements:

• Cognitive Impairment (SA)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (SV)
• Learning Disabilities (SM)
• Emotional Impairment (SE)
• Early Childhood Special Education (ZS)

Essential Functions

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual IEP plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education related services required to meet those goals.
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student’s IEP.
• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate technology for each student.
• Serves as primary contact for the parent.
• Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations.
• Provides direction, supervision, and evaluation of educational assistants, as directed
• Complies with the School Board policies and all state//federal rules and regulations.
• Completes all district and state reporting requirements.
• Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom accommodations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans, and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by principal or supervisor.

HWS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities.

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