Special Education Teacher

HOLLY AREA SCHOOLS; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack in Michigan is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for high school students. You will provide direct instruction and collaborate with general education teachers to support diverse learners.

The role includes developing IEP goals, chairing IEPT meetings, and communicating progress to parents on a regular basis. You will design individualized instruction, apply high school curricula, and use evidence-based strategies to foster creativity, critical thinking, and engagement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education from an accredited college or university.
• Current Michigan Teacher Certification, required.
• Current Michigan Special Education Teaching Certificate, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support for students eligible for special education services.
• Deliver direct instruction for high school students and collaborate with general education teachers.
• Assess student progress and communicate with parents consistently.
• Develop IEP goals, chair IEPT meetings, and advocate for students on caseload.
• Design and implement IEPs to support student growth.
• Deliver specially designed instruction tailored to individual goals and needs.
• Apply high school curriculum knowledge to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to deliver curriculum and instruction.
• Foster creativity, critical thinking, and student engagement.
• Accommodate curriculum and technology to meet diverse learning needs.
• Support students in district-required assessments and evaluations.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive support.
• Maintain accurate student records and prepare reports per policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Instruction

IEP development

Collaboration

Communication with families

Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

• Position Type: Special Education/ Special Education Teacher
• Bachelor's Degree in Education from an accredited college or university.
• Current Michigan Teacher Certification, required.
• Current Michigan Special Education Teaching Certificate, preferred.

The qualified candidate will provide instruction and support for students eligible for special education services. The individual will provide direct instruction for high school students, as well as, work collaboratively with general education teachers. The individual will assess each student's progress and communicate with parents continuously and consistently. This individual will also develop IEP goals, chair IEPT meetings, and advocate for students on caseload.

• Design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) that support student growth and success across your assigned caseload of students.
• Deliver Specially Designed Instruction tailored to each student's unique goals, strengths, and learning needs.
• Apply knowledge of high school general education curriculum to create meaningful and creative learning experiences.
• Utilize evidence-based strategies and resources to effectively deliver curriculum and specialized instruction.
• Include creativity and innovation into teaching to foster problem-solving, critical thinking, and student engagement.
• Accommodate general education curriculum, instructional strategies, and technology to meet diverse learning needs and ensure student access to content.
• Support students in district-required assessments and evaluations, helping them demonstrate their progress and abilities.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues to create a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team―including social workers, counselors, and speech-language pathologists―to provide comprehensive student support.
• Maintain accurate, current student records and prepare timely reports in accordance with legal requirements, district policies, and administrative guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position reports to the Building Principal.