K-12 Special Education Teacher

Position Type: K-12 Instruction/K-12 Special Education Date Posted: 3/18/2026 Location: K-12 K-12 SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Two Positions: Secondary and Elementary JOB SUMMARY We are looking for candidates interested in collaborating with a team of positive, dedicated, and high-performing educators to inspire students and challenge them to achieve more than they thought possible! PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Must meet state of Michigan certification requirements to teach special education in elementary or secondary resource room programs. Must demonstrate the desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students in order to exert academic influence. Must demonstrate the ability to create and execute clear, logical instructional plans that produce strong results in student learning. Must demonstrate the ability to evaluate academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Minimum starting salary range: $45,800-$79,647 185 work days Salary schedule placement is determined by degree level and teaching experience. Teachers with previous teaching experience will receive one-half step on the salary schedule for each year of experience up to a maximum of Step 12. We offer a competitive benefit package, a $1500 new hire bonus, $2000 toward the cost of graduate credits, and half of the tuition cost for up to 18 graduate credits in a content area taught in our Early College Program. APPLICATION DEADLINE April 3, 2026 or until filled METHOD OF APPLICATION Please visit the Employment Page at gaylordschools.com and apply online. I t is the policy of Gaylord Community Schools that the District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries should be addressed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, 615 S. Elm Avenue, Gaylord, MI, 49735, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Attachment(s): K-12 Special Education Teacher