SXI Post-Secondary Special Education Teacher

Ottawa Area Center; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package (health, dental,

Job summary

Ottawa Area Center seeks a SXI Post‑Secondary Special Education Teacher to guide students with severe multiple impairments in a center‑based program, designing IEP‑driven instruction and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will implement communication, mobility, daily living skills, and social development curricula, adapting materials and collecting progress data. Regular family communication and participation in IEP meetings are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsement in Cognitive Impairment (SA).
• Experience working with students with severe multiple impairments preferred.
• Training in assistive technology, AAC, or medical/behavioral supports preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver individualized instruction aligned with each student’s IEP goals.
• Implement curriculum focused on communication, mobility, daily living skills, and social development.
• Adapt and modify instructional materials and equipment to meet student needs.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, therapists (OT, PT, Speech), nurses, and other service providers.
• Collect and maintain accurate data on student progress.
• Utilize augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems as needed.
• Assist with personal care routines, including feeding, toileting, positioning, and lifting.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and needs.
• Participate in IEP meetings, professional development, and staff collaboration.
• Performs other functions as assigned

Skills

IEP processes

Lifting & transfer

Communication & collaboration

Patience & flexibility

Supervise support staff

Education

Bachelor’s in Special Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate (Cognitive Impairment SA)

Job description

Ottawa Area Center seeks a SXI Post‑Secondary Special Education Teacher to guide students with severe multiple impairments in a center‑based program, designing IEP‑driven instruction and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will implement communication, mobility, daily living skills, and social development curricula, adapting materials and collecting progress data. Regular family communication and participation in IEP meetings are essential.