Special Education Teacher in Canton, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a vital role supporting students’ growth and development as a contracted Special Education Teacher. This opportunity is available for dedicated professionals seeking a full-time, 40-hour-a-week placement across various settings—elementary resource, secondary resource, secondary ASD, and elementary TI classrooms. The position is ideally suited for educators passionate about individualized instruction and inclusive education.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid, active teaching license in Special Education (required)
• Emergency certification not accepted—must hold standard/official licensure
• Prior experience with elementary or secondary special education classrooms preferred
• Strong skills in differentiated instruction, IEP development, and progress monitoring
• Ability to foster a supportive, structured, and engaging classroom environment
• Collaborative mindset for working with general education teachers, support staff, and families

Main Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized instruction and interventions based on students' IEPs
• Manage caseloads and maintain compliance with state and federal special education regulations
• Communicate regularly with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure students’ needs are met
• Adapt curriculum and modify instructional techniques for students in resource, ASD, or TI settings
• Participate in IEP meetings, progress reports, and ongoing professional development
• Support students’ social-emotional growth as well as academic learning in both pull-out and push-in environments

This contract role offers meaningful engagement with students at both the elementary and secondary levels. As you empower learners to thrive, you will play an integral role in shaping their academic and personal success.

If you are ready to bring your special education expertise to a rewarding, hands-on position, submit your application today to make a difference where it truly counts!

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