Substitute Teacher - Special Education (Michigan)

Connections Education LLC; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Connections Education LLC is seeking a Substitute Teacher - Special Education for Michigan to support virtual learning across Connections Academy schools. You’ll act as teacher of record for 2–20 week assignments, typically 8–12 weeks, from a home office, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus for eligible hires.

Responsibilities include daily online presence, communicating with families, grading, and coordinating with school staff. A valid teaching cert in multiple states is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid and active full state teaching certification.
• Multiple state certifications are a plus.
• Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested.
• Ability to obtain additional clearances as requested.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday during assigned hours.
• Communicate with parents, students and teachers to develop learning plans and provide feedback.
• Complete grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences as instructed.
• Support instructional programs via synchronous and asynchronous sessions (LiveLessons).
• Keep student records up to date and collaborate with counselors and special educators.
• Maintain active certifications and complete required orientations and trainings.

Skills

Teaching Certification

Special Education Certification

Communication Skills

IEP/504 knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Substitute Teacher - Special Education (Michigan)

Job Category: Teaching

Requisition Number: SUBST018204

Locations

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Description

Position Summary:

Working from your secure and distraction-free home office, certified Substitute Teachers will virtually support the learning program for students in Connections Academy schools across the country. Using the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools, the Substitute Teacher will consult frequently and regularly with students, Learning Coaches and school personnel to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. The Michigan Special Education Substitute Teacher will act as teacher of record at various ConnectionsAcademyschools during periods of short- or long-termabsencesor vacanciesranging from, but not limited to, 2-20 weeks, with the average assignment being 8-12 weeks in length. This is a part-time position with no benefits.

Eligible new hires will receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus, paid in equal installments in December 2026 and June 2027. To be eligible, new hires will need to have a special education certification in one of following states: WA, OR, OH, MI, must be employed on the bonus installment pay dates and must be in good standing.

The duties of a Substitute Teacher include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities:

• When on assignment, be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the time zone of the school to:
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update individualized learning plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, andverify student learning.
• Complete all grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner, as instructed by the school.
• Support the instructional program through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons).
• Support students and parents with alternate instructional strategies,and assistancewith daily assignments and projects.
• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and student logs.
• Work with counselors and special educators to ensure that individual student needs are met, providing frequent updates on student behaviors and activities in the classroom.
• When not on assignment, actively check email to remain informed of upcoming assignments and important Substitute Services updates.
• Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing software, whether on or off assignment.
• Completerequired professional learning targeted at individual needs throughout the year.
• Maintain active certifications.

Requirements:

• Substitutes must be highly qualified and hold a valid and active full state teaching certification.
• Multiple state certifications a plus
• Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested
• Ability to obtainadditionalclearances as requested
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home working environment where all business activities will occur.
• Whenon assignment, must be available Monday through Friday during assignedschoolhours (typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school’s time zone)for long term assignments.
• Excellent communication skills, bothwritten and oral
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity
• Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting
• Excellent attention to detail, and strong time management and organizational skills
• Proven commitment to student achievement
• Strong technology skills ( experience with learning management systems,Microsoft Office programs,and Google Appspreferred)
• Reliable, high-speed internet access
• Microsoft OS- and Microsoft Office-equipped computer required (PC preferred)
• Customer-focused approach and team-player track record
• May not provide care for others during normal school hours while on assignment.Alternative care arrangements must be made
• May not be employed in another job during normal school hours while on assignment
• Complete required orientation and training programs within 30 days of hire, and at the beginning of each school year
• Please note 2-step authentication isrequiredto set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer

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