Special Education Teacher - CI Endorsement - 2 Vacancies

Saginaw Area Consortium; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Michigan seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to manage instructional programs for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include coordinating IEP meetings, providing tailored instruction, and collaborating with general education staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, appropriate state certifications, and a strong commitment to fostering student success in a diverse learning environment. This is a captivating opportunity to influence the future of students in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field required.
• Single subject teaching credential or certification if teaching specialized subjects.
• Teaching experience in special education preferred.
• State certification including endorsements required for a specific subject/area
• Relevant teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing appropriate instructional programs.
• Coordinate scheduling of IEP, MET, and Manifestation Determination meetings.
• Maintain accurate special education records for students.
• Provide instruction as determined by students' IEPs.
• Provide regular updates to parents on IEP goals
• Develop appropriate IEP goals and objectives
• Plan, coordinate and chair IEP processes for students on caseload
• Oversee instructional services for all students on caseload
• Provide direct instruction as determined by IEPs
• Support general education staff with accommodations and needs of special education students
• Provide supplemental instruction to support the general education curriculum
• Document daily service frequency and duration
• Assist with scheduling coursework for special education students
• Provide input/reports for MET team evaluations and placements
• Adopt instructional strategies aligned with district plan
• Maintain communication with teachers, administrators and families
• Stay updated on special education regulations and implementation
• Provide updated information to the special education office
• Disseminate paperwork to records office within 10 days of meeting
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Content and pedagogical knowledge in assigned subject/area

Knowledge of relevant technology

Critical thinking and problem solving skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others

Ability to tolerate high levels of stress

Ability to work in a multi-cultural, urban setting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution

State certification including endorsements required for a specific subject/area

State certification

Relevant teaching experience

Tools

Technology proficiency

Job description

Special Education Teacher - CI Endorsement - 3 Vacancies JobID: 4334

Position Type: Certified/Licensed/ Teacher-CI

Date Posted: 6/25/2025

Location: Saginaw United High School

Date Available: 2025-26 School Year

Closing Date: Until Filled

District: Saginaw Public Schools

General Summary

Saginaw Public Schools Teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Saginaw Public Schools teachers are committed and focused on rapid school Turnaround.

District Mission Statement

Our mission is to be a globally competitive school district that prepares and inspires students to achieve their full potential. #SPSDinpiresgreatness.

Turnaround Teacher

• the capacity to align curriculum, instruction and assessments while responding to the individual needs of students;
• the willingness to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches or administrators for instructional support
• the desire and ability to work in a multi-cultural, urban setting and develop a rapport with students, staff, parents, and the school community.
• prioritize student-learning needs over the customs, routines, and established relationships that can stand in the way of necessary change;
• commitment to the relentless pursuit of increasing student learning and innovation
• the competence to collect and analyze data from formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions;
• the skill to implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom and to leverage the intense student support network;
• the strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students in order to exert academic influence
• the ability to help create and thrive in a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability that includes all stakeholders;
• the willingness to actively engage in the PLC process while
  • participating in ongoing instructional specific conversations
  • collaboratively create and execute clear, logical instructional plans
  • coordinate instruction within and across grade levels
  • try out new ideas to improve student learning

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Content and pedagogical knowledge in assigned subject/area
• Knowledge of relevant technology
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Decision making skills
• Organization and planning skills
• Ability to tolerate high levels of stress
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to record and report daily written records
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to utilize classroom instruction techniques designed to stimulate the spirit of inquiry, the acquisition of knowledge and understanding, and the thoughtful formulation of worthy goals
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other teachers, administrators, and staff
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, urban setting and develop a rapport with students, staff, parents and the school community

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely coordination of scheduling of IEP, MET and Manifestation Determination meetings including parent notification/invitations for students assigned to their caseload
• Maintenance of complete/accurate B-worksheets, attendance and discipline/special education records for students assigned to their caseload
• Provide input to Building Principal as to the impact of each student’s disability and how it effects discipline
• Maintain and up-to-date binder of students’ most recent IEP’s and discipline actions/forms to be available for administrative review upon request
• Provide parents with regular updates of student’s progress on IEP goals as often as general education report cards are provided
• Planning, preparation and organization of the IEP document including development of appropriate goals and objectives
• Plan, coordinate and chair the IEP process for students on their caseload
• Oversee planning, provide and implement instructional services for all students assigned to their caseload
• Provide direct instruction to students as determined through their IEP’s
• Provide support to general education staff to assist with accommodations and supplemental needs of special education students
• Provide supplemental instruction to support the general education curriculum to students on their caseload
• Maintain a current schedule documenting the daily service of students including frequency and duration
• Provide assistance and support to general education staff for the purpose of scheduling coursework for special education students
• Provide input/reports and work with the MET team as needed for accurate evaluation and placement of special education students
• Adopt and implement instructional strategies that align with the District strategic plan
• Maintain and on-going relationship through phone, e-mail and collaboration with general education staff, administration and families to promote student success
• Be aware of current updates to special education legislation and regulations and the impact/application it has to current practices
• Provide updated information to the special education office with regards to the addition of students generated by a change of address
• Disseminate all paperwork and send official copies to the records office within ten (10) days of meeting completion
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of School, District, and State
• Single subject teaching credential or certification if teaching a specialized subject
• State certification including endorsements required for a specific subject/area
• Relevant teaching experience

Salary

Based on education and experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Saginaw Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs.