Special Education Teacher, School-Based in Detroit
Overview
Special Education Teacher owns the individualized education plan for a caseload of students with diverse learning needs in a Detroit public school, serving 25-30 students across K-12. This role sits on a collaborative team of general educators, paraprofessionals, therapists, and families. The role delivers direct instruction in academic, social, and life skills, adapting general curriculum to each student's goals. Unlike typical classroom roles, this position emphasizes evidence-based behavioral interventions and continuous progress monitoring to drive measurable outcomes. You will lead IEP meetings and professional development, shaping inclusive practices school-wide.
What You'll Do8
- 1Develop and implement IEPs tailored to each student's needs, setting measurable goals for academic, social, and life skills.
- 2Deliver direct instruction in core subjects, using evidence-based strategies to close learning gaps.
- 3Adapt general education curriculum to support students with disabilities, ensuring access to grade-level content.
- 4Track student progress with data collection tools, maintaining accurate documentation for compliance and reporting.
- 5Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, and parents to align support across settings.
- 6Implement behavioral interventions and positive supports to foster an inclusive classroom environment.
- 7Lead IEP meetings, presenting progress and adjusting goals with the team.
- 8Participate in professional development to stay current on special education best practices.
Requirements5
- 1Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or related field.
- 2Valid Michigan teaching certification with Special Education endorsement.
- 31+ year experience working with students with disabilities, preferred but not required.
- 4Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
- 5Commitment to equity and inclusive education.
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