Lead Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Saginaw Covenant Academy is hiring a Lead Special Education Teacher. Must have Michigan teacher certification and endorsement in the subject.

Covenant Academy is a year-round alternative high school diploma program for students ages 15-22. We are a mission-based school that meets students where they are, works to identify and eliminate barriers, and builds personal and meaningful parent-like relationships with each student. We offer half-day sessions, blended learning opportunities and personalized education plans to all youth who seek help, with a priority of concern and commitment to those who are most at risk and no other service is available. We will advocate with and on behalf of our youth to raise awareness in the community that all children and youth have the right to pertinent education, and to love, respect and genuine concern.

Core Values

1) We believe all students in our community who have disengaged, and left school deserve a chance at growth opportunities that may lead to a high school diploma, career pathway and a more secure life.

2) We believe our mission is to take in students as they are and through unconditional love and absolute respect help them grow emotionally and academically.

3) We believe retention, academic achievement, and personal growth along with individual and achievable goals will help our students live more productive lives.

4) We believe our staff provide an environment that manifests growth and breaks down barriers in order to prevent homelessness and incarceration.

5) We believe in collaborating and working in partnership with community agencies and associations to improve the quality of life for our students.

6) We believe in providing year-round educational opportunities that build trust, provide hope, and develop a support system for each individual student.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Leadership & Mentorship: Mentors new special education teachers and supervises paraprofessional support staff, including assigning duties and providing instructional guidance.
• Compliance & IEP Management: Oversees the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), ensuring all paperwork and services meet federal and state regulations.
• Instructional Leadership: Collaborates with administrators and staff to develop specialized curricula and behavioral support strategies, analyzing student data to improve outcomes.
• Specialized Instruction: Teaches students with various disabilities in resource or self-contained classrooms, adapting the general curriculum to meet individual needs.
• Collaboration & Communication: Acts as a liaison between parents, staff, school leaders, and external service providers regarding student needs and crisis management.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Requires several years of successful, full-time special education teaching experience.
• Certification: Valid state special education teaching certification/license.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of IDEA, behavioral interventions, curriculum adaptation, and leadership capabilities

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans

• 8% 401(k) company match

• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on Saginaw Covenant Academy, please visit our website at

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