Special Education Teacher - Battle Creek, Michigan

Sunbelt Staffing; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a Cognitive Impairment classroom in a high school setting. This contract position starts as soon as possible and runs through June 10, 2027, offering a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week.

You will deliver individualized instruction, collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to implement IEPs, and maintain progress documentation.

Qualifications

• Active Michigan teaching license in Special Education (screenshot required).
• Experience teaching or assisting students with cognitive impairments.
• Understanding of IEP processes, progress monitoring, and differentiated instruction.
• Excellent communication with students, parents, and educational teams.
• Commitment to a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Strong organizational skills and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction to high school students with cognitive impairments, adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with educators, therapists, and support staff to implement IEPs and related educational goals.
• Maintain detailed documentation of student progress, attendance, and behavioral data.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families and guardians to share updates and address concerns.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities as required.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration with teams

Education

Michigan teaching license in Special Education

Job description

Make a meaningful impact by supporting high school students as a Special Education Teacher in a Cognitive Impairment classroom setting. This contract position provides an opportunity to help students reach their full potential using your expertise and compassion. Two openings are available, starting as soon as possible and continuing through June 10, 2027. The role offers a consistent, full-time schedule at 37.5 hours per week.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current and active Michigan teaching license in Special Education (please provide a screenshot for verification)
• Proven experience teaching or assisting in a classroom setting with students who have cognitive impairments or similar needs
• Strong understanding of IEP processes, progress monitoring, and differentiated instruction
• Excellent communication skills for working with students, parents, and educational teams
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere
• High level of organizational skills and reliability

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized instruction to high school students with cognitive impairments, adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs
• Collaborate with other educators, therapists, and support staff to implement IEPs and related educational goals
• Maintain detailed documentation of student progress, attendance, and behavioral data
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families and guardians to share updates and address concerns
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities as required

This is a significant position that offers the chance to truly make a difference in students' academic and personal growth.