Special Education Teacher; Autism

Michigan Association of School Boards; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

health insurance

paid time off

retirement benefits

tuition reimbursement

student loan forgiveness

wellness incentives

Job summary

Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) is seeking a Special Education Teacher-Autism for Transition Services in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This 11-month position (job grade 17) offers an annual pay range of $52,819.00 to $116,506.00, with benefits including health insurance, PTO, and retirement options.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and Autism endorsement (K-12). Responsibilities include planning curricula, direct instruction, collaboration with families and professionals,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university.
• Special education endorsement in Autism (K-12 Michigan Certification; Autistic Impaired Endorsement) or willingness to obtain endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other instructional materials according to achievement levels of students
• Provides direct instruction and supervision of students within school/community setting
• Confers with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others to develop individual educational programs for students with different learning abilities
• Attends MET, IEPT and/or IFSP meetings
• Instructs students in academic subjects using multisensory strategies and varied teaching techniques
• Instructs students in daily living skills for independent living and economic self-sufficiency
• Observes, evaluates, and prepares reports on progress of students
• Meets with parents to provide support and guidance using community resources
• Administers and interprets results of ability and achievement tests
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or University

Special education endorsement in Autism (K-12 Michigan Certification; Autistic Impaired Endorsement) or willing to obtain the endorsement

Job description

Deadline: October 24, 2026
District/Organization: KRESA
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: $52,819.00 to $116,506.00.

The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) is a critical part of Michigan's education system serving the Greater Kalamazoo region and provides specialized services to schools and communities and optimizes resources by centralizing innovative programs and services. We partner with school districts and the broader community to offer essential programs including early childhood education, special education, career learning, and educator development, ensuring that learners of all ages receive the support they need.

We are currently seeking a Special Education Teacher-Autism with KRESA Transition Services in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The essential responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other instructional materials according to achievement levels of students
• Provides direct instruction and supervision of students within school/community setting
• Confers with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others to develop individual educational programs for students who are at different learning ability levels
• Attends MET, IEPT and/or IFSP meetings
• Instructs students in academic subjects, utilizing various teaching techniques
• Instructs students in daily living skills required for independent living and economic self-sufficiency such as hygiene, safety, and food preparation
• Observes, evaluates, and prepares reports on progress of students
• Meets with parents to provide support and guidance in using community resources
• Administers and interprets results of ability and achievement tests
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Our Special Education teacher position will provide instruction to ensure that each student makes progress toward individual stated goals using multisensory strategies and varied teaching techniques by performing the following duties

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or University

Certificates, License, Registration:

Qualified candidates will have abachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university, Special education endorsement in Autism (K-12 Michigan Certification; Autistic Impaired Endorsement) or willing to obtain the endorsement. Tuition reimbursement is available to support candidates pursuing required endorsements.

This is a 11-month position in job grade 17 with an annual rate of pay between $52,819.00 and $116,506.00.

• health insurance
• paid time off
• retirement benefits through Michigan’s Office of Retirement Services
• tuition reimbursement
• student loan forgiveness
• wellness incentives

all within a supportive and caring culture centered around our values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, integrity, and respect.

A Great Place to Live and Work

Kalamazoo was recently recognized as a great place to live in the 2024 50 Best Places to Live roundup by Money.com. Kalamazoo was noted for its abundant family-friendly activities and appreciation for artisan-crafted goods, as well as the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.

Notice of Non-discrimination:

It is the policy of Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency that no discriminating practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or sexual identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category be allowed during any program, activity, service or in employment. The following position at Kalamazoo RESA has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Contact information: 269-250-9200, 1819 E. Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.