Special Education Teacher, Grades 5-8 — Inclusive Classrooms

Lansing School District; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lansing School District in Lansing, MI is hiring a Special Education Teacher to serve grades 5-8. You will deliver world-class instruction to students with IEPs and collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate learning.

This role emphasizes inclusive practices, data-driven planning, and ongoing professional growth within a diverse urban community committed to equity and high expectations for all students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working with students with special education needs.
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for and expertise of working with students with special education needs.
• Support students in reaching their IEP goals.
• Document progress towards IEP goals & support the development of new goals as necessary.
• Provide world-class instruction in math, literacy, social studies, and science to students on your caseload while working alongside general education teachers.
• Use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction.
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions.
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission.

Skills

Special Education

IEP goals

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Lansing School District in Lansing, MI is hiring a Special Education Teacher to serve grades 5-8. You will deliver world-class instruction to students with IEPs and collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate learning.

This role emphasizes inclusive practices, data-driven planning, and ongoing professional growth within a diverse urban community committed to equity and high expectations for all students.