Special Education Teacher | Detroit, Michigan

Sunbelt Staffing; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking an elementary resource teacher to support 3rd and 4th graders near Detroit, MI. This full-time contract runs through June 11, 2027, offering a stable, long-term opportunity in a collaborative school setting.

You will design individualized instructional experiences, work on-site, and partner with general education teachers to ensure access to curriculum and success for students with disabilities. Strong collaboration with families and support teams is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education is required.
• Michigan teaching certification with endorsed SPED is required.
• Approval in SPED area is preferred.
• Experience with elementary resource students (3rd–4th) is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver specialized instruction for up to 23 students (elementary resource caseload).
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that adapts to individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to maximize student access to curriculum.
• Document progress, develop IEPs, and communicate with families and support teams.
• Utilize supplemental aides, accommodations, and other supports to foster student independence.

Skills

Experience with elementary resource

Individualized instruction design

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Michigan teacher certification with Special Education endorsement

SPED area approval (preferred)

Job description

Make an immediate impact supporting elementary students as a resource teacher working with 3rd and 4th graders. This contract position, based near Detroit, MI, runs through June 11, 2027, offering you a long-term opportunity to foster student growth and achievement in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Youll design and implement individualized educational experiences that help students with disabilities thrive alongside their peers, with access to the resources and accommodations they need.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in education (required)
• Valid Michigan teacher certification, with Endorsement in Special Education (SA, SE, SM, or SV)
• Approval in at least one area of special education (preferred)
• Previous experience working with elementary resource students, ideally grades 3-4
• Must be able to work on-site; no remote options available

What Youll Do:

• Develop and deliver specialized instruction for up to 23 students (elementary resource caseload)
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that adapts to individual learning needs
• Collaborate with general education teachers to maximize student access to curriculum
• Document progress, develop IEPs, and communicate with families and support teams
• Utilize supplemental aides, accommodations, and other supports to foster student independence

This is a full-time opportunity (37.5 hours per week) in a diverse and supportive school setting, where you can see the difference your expertise makes every single day.