Special Education Teacher [83409]

Onward Education; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Diverse placement options

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication and advocacy

Personalized recruiting support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education is hiring a Special Education Teacher for an on-site elementary program (K-4) in Genesee County, Michigan for the 2026-2027 school year. The role emphasizes collaboration with general education teams, targeted interventions, and student-centered support plans.

You will support students with disabilities through inclusive and pull-out instruction, implement IEPs, partner with families and campus staff, and contribute to progress data, accommodations, and reports.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting elementary learners in special education settings (inclusion, resource, or pull-out).
• Active Michigan teaching certificate is required.
• Michigan Special Education endorsement aligned with caseload is required.
• Out-of-state license considered if eligible to obtain Michigan certification promptly.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction aligned to IEP goals through whole group, small group, or individualized supports.
• Collaborate with general education staff in inclusive or co-taught settings.
• Provide resource/pull-out instruction and targeted interventions.
• Implement accommodations and modifications to support access and progress.
• Collect data, monitor progress, and contribute to IEP documentation and reports.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with families and campus partners.

Skills

Special Education

Team collaboration

Data collection

Communication

Documentation

Education

Michigan teaching certificate

Michigan Special Education endorsement

Job description

Onward Education is hiring a Special Education Teacher for an on-site school-based assignment supporting elementary students (K-4) for the 2026-2027 school year. This role is a great fit for an educator who enjoys collaborating with general education teams, providing targeted interventions, and building strong, student-centered support plans.

In this position, you'll support students with disabilities through a mix of inclusive supports and/or pull-out instruction, helping ensure access to the general curriculum while addressing individualized learning needs. You'll partner closely with teachers, related service providers, and families to implement IEPs and promote meaningful progress.

• Role: Special Education Teacher (Elementary, K-4)
• Location: Genesee County, Michigan
• Schedule: ~35 hours/week

Responsibilities:

• Deliver special education instruction aligned to student IEP goals through whole group, small group, and/or individualized support as appropriate.
• Collaborate with general education staff to support students in inclusive and/or co-taught settings when applicable.
• Provide resource/pull-out instruction and targeted interventions when applicable.
• Implement accommodations and modifications to support student access and progress.
• Collect data, monitor progress, and contribute to ongoing IEP documentation and reporting.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with families and campus partners to support student success.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting elementary learners in special education settings, including inclusion, resource, or specialized programming.
• Comfort collaborating in a team-based model and supporting differentiated instruction.
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills.
• Active Michigan teaching certificate required.
• Michigan Special Education endorsement required; endorsement area should align with the assigned caseload/program, such as Learning Disabilities (L), Emotional Impairment (SE), Autism Spectrum Disorder (SV), Cognitive Impairment (SA), or similar.Candidates with an out-of-state license may be considered if they are eligible to obtain Michigan certification/endorsement in a timely manner; district/state approval required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us?