Special Education Teachers (MCI)-Self Contained Classroom - 1-Clintondale High School and 1-Cli[...]

Clintondale Community School District; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Clintondale Community Schools in Clinton Township, Michigan, is seeking a compassionate Special Education Teacher to support middle and high school students with mild cognitive impairments. The role emphasizes creating an inclusive, structured learning environment that promotes academic growth, independence, social-emotional development, and life skills.

The ideal candidate will have a valid special education teaching certificate and an endorsement in Mild Cognitive Impairment, with strong

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certification in Special Education.
• Endorsement in Mild Cognitive Impairment (or equivalent certification).
• Experience working with middle school and high school students preferred.
• Knowledge of IEP development, accommodations, and behavior intervention strategies.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs.
• Provide direct instruction in academic, functional, and social-emotional skills.
• Differentiate curriculum and instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, and families.
• Monitor student progress and maintain documentation.
• Utilize positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and supportive classroom environment.
• Attends staff meetings as required by the Building Principal.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and Director of Special Education.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Teaching certification in Special Education

Endorsement in Mild Cognitive Impairment

Job description

Open Position: (1)SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - Mild Cognitive Impaired Self Contained Classroom –ClintondaleHigh School

(1) SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - Mild Cognitive Impaired Self Contained Classroom - Clintondale Middle School

SUMMARY

Clintondale Community Schoolsis seeking a compassionate, student-centered Special Education Teacher to support middle school students with mild cognitive impairments. The ideal candidate will create an inclusive, structured, and engaging learning environment that promotes academic growth, independence, social-emotional development, and life skills.

COMPENSATION

The compensation is outlined in the 2025-2028 CEA collective bargaining master agreement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Provide direct instruction in academic, functional, and social-emotional skills
• Differentiate curriculum and instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs
• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, and families
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation
• Utilize positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions
• Foster a safe, respectful, and supportive classroom environment
• Attends staff meetings as required by the Building Principal
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and Director of Special Education.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid teaching certification in Special Education
• Endorsement in Mild Cognitive Impairment (or equivalent certification)
• Experience working with middle school and high school students preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of IEP development, accommodations, and behavior intervention strategies
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable

STARTING DATE

August 2026

Clintondale Community Schools

Human Resources

35100 Little Mack

Clinton Township, Michigan 48035

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In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of Clintondale Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, military status, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual orientation), disability, age (except as authorized by law), height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. If you have any questions or need to contact someone about discrimination of any kind in the school district, contact the Superintendent at 35100 Little Mack, Clinton Township, Michigan 48035.