Special Education Teachers (K-12)

Eastpointe-Community-Schools; Eastpointe (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastpointe Community Schools is seeking a passionate Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year in Eastpointe, MI. The role supports Resource Room and Self-Contained services across K-12, with mentoring, literacy coaching, and PBIS initiatives embedded in a PLC-driven culture.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in Education, MI teaching certification, and LD/CI/EI or ASD endorsements. Strong data-informed instruction and caseload management are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
• Michigan Teacher Certification - highly qualified in subject area for level
• Endorsement: K-12 in LD, CI, EI or ASD
• Recommendations from coworkers or instructors knowledgeable about skills providing instruction to students with disabilities
• Skilled with documenting services provided to students
• Ability to balance a caseload of up to 15 students and meet deadlines for paperwork requirements

Responsibilities

• Teach Special Education across K-12 levels and settings as assigned.
• Collaborate with principals and district leaders to support program goals.
• Engage families and community to promote student growth and achievement.
• Use data to guide instruction and adjust supports for students with disabilities.

Skills

Caseload management

Documentation of services

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Michigan Teacher Certification

Endorsement: K-12 in LD, CI, EI or ASD

Tools

PowerSchool

Job description

Special Education Teachers (K-12)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5932239
Application Deadline: Nov 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 19, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Teachers

Special Education Resource Room and Self-Contained (level/building TBD)

2026-27 School Year

Are you a passionate and proactive special education teacher who welcomes, appreciates, and respects all team members? Can you engage students, parents, and the community? Does student achievement data drive your instruction? Can you develop a school culture of pride and high achievement for your caseload kids?

Who we are: Eastpointe Community Schools is in the business of transforming lives. Our partnership with the Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD), Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and the University of Virginia’s Partnership for Leaders in Education (UVA-PLE) has created a unique opportunity for rapid district turnaround. Part of our continued growth and improvement involves increasing educational expectations, developing a culture of support, and nurturing all students to address academic, behavioral, and interpersonal needs.

Look for Teacher Mentoring, Literacy Coaching, Extra-curricular Activities opportunities, including after-school clubs/organizations, and Grade Level Teams in our schools. We offer 1:1 technology for our students, online programs that support academic curriculum, and multi-grade level field trips. We support our students with Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).

What we offer: While all schools face challenges, at Eastpointe we all roll up our sleeves and work together to get things done. Our district appreciates talents and skills that others may have missed and embraces disruptive leaders willing to challenge the status quo. As a Special Education Teacher in our district, you will work side by side with your principal and other leaders who will help move you and your program forward. You will master and support grade-level content, assessment, and technology support. You will find tremendous opportunities for professional learning in Eastpointe, as continuous growth is an expectation for all employees. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of continuous improvement with educators who feel this work is a calling, and where every interaction with students counts.

What we are looking for: If you are passionate about the PLC process, inspiring and guiding excellent instruction, using student data, and growing strong relationships with families, students, and our community, we are looking for you! If you want to be a positive and productive member of a special education team, and are looking for leadership opportunities, we want you!

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field
• Michigan Teacher Certification - highly qualified in subject area for level
• Endorsement: K-12 in LD, CI, EI or ASD
• Recommendations from coworkers or instructors knowledgeable about skills providing instruction to students with disabilities
• Skilled with documenting services provided to students
• Ability to balance a caseload of up to 15 students and meet deadlines for paperwork requirements

Preferred: experience teaching elementary/secondary aged students with disabilities Preferred: experience working with PowerSchool and PowerSchool Special Education

Salary Data:EFE contract isa15 step schedule. Bachelor's lane: $50,831- $82,897. Master's lane: $55,105- $87,756, plus $3,000 additional on each step for MA+30 or beyond. Years ofapplicable experience will be applied for step placement.

We would love to tell you more: http://www.eastpointeschools.org

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dean Niforos , Exec. Director of HR
• Email: [e-mail]