Special Education Teacher [83930]

Onward Education; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Diverse placement options

Professional growth opportunities

Streamlined hiring process

Dedicated recruiting support

Job summary

Onward Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an on-site school-based assignment for the 2026-2027 year. You will collaborate with general education teams, deliver targeted interventions, and develop student-centered support plans to help students access the curriculum.

You will work with students with disabilities using inclusive supports or pull-out instruction, implement IEPs, and partner with families and staff to promote meaningful progress.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting elementary learners in special education settings.
• Comfort collaborating in a team-based model and supporting differentiated instruction.
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver special education instruction aligned to student IEP goals through whole group, small group, and/or individualized support.
• 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.

Skills

Special education experience

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication skills

Elementary learners

Education

Active 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 students 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

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.