Special Education Teacher

For the 2026-2027 School Year | $40-$50/hour | Full-Time | Wayne,MI | School-Based | Educators License Required

About the Role: Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. You'll develop and implement IEPs, manage classroom behavior using PBIS, supervise paraprofessionals, and collaborate with families and staff to support each student's academic and social growth. This role combines instructional leadership with hands-on teaching in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Why Join Us:

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance

• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

• Paid sick time

• Spread Pay options available

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What You'll Do:

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards

• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs

• Implement and manage classroom PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication

• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom

• Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation

• Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals

• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies

• Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices

• Overseeing and mentoring Instructional Assistants or

  Paraprofessionals who

  provide direct support to students.

What We're Looking For:

Must Have:

• Current Department of Education Professional Educator's License with Special Education endorsement

• Criminal and DCS background checks

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skill

Preferred:

• One year of experience as Special Education Teacher (new grads welcome)

• Preferred Intense License, open to Mild License

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and special education programs

• Experience with school-based caseload management

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment:

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.

Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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