Special Education Teacher, ASD & IEP Leader

Young World Physical Education; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 47,854 - 94,408; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Public Schools seeks a Teacher – Special Education (ASD) at Innovation Central Middle School in Grand Rapids, MI. The role requires planning adapted instruction and serving as the IEP case manager to support scholars’ progress.

The position emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, delivering differentiated instruction in a diverse setting, and maintaining accurate records for Medicaid and district reporting.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree in education with endorsement in at least one area of special education (ASD, EI, CI, SLD, PI, HI, VI, TBI, etc.).
• Current Michigan special education teaching certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for scholars based on evaluation data.
• Serve as case manager for scholars with IEPs and ensure compliance.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners and monitor progress.
• Document goals, accommodations, service time, and discipline in records.
• Collaborate with service providers and general education staff to implement evaluations and supports.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Team collaboration

English communication

Behavior support plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Michigan special education certification

Job description

Grand Rapids Public Schools seeks a Teacher – Special Education (ASD) at Innovation Central Middle School in Grand Rapids, MI. The role requires planning adapted instruction and serving as the IEP case manager to support scholars’ progress.

The position emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, delivering differentiated instruction in a diverse setting, and maintaining accurate records for Medicaid and district reporting.