Middle School Special Education Teacher

VACANCY NOTICE

• Secondary Special Education Teacher (CI, EI, or LD) Middle School

POSITION SUMMARY

Dowagiac Union Schools is seeking a student-centered and collaborative Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction and support services to students with disabilities in a middle school setting. The successful candidate will work closely with general education teachers, support staff, families, and administrators to ensure students receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE) while promoting academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. This position includes providing services through a continuum of supports, including push-in services, co-teaching models, small-group instruction, and specialized programming designed to maximize student access to the general education curriculum.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement in one or more of the following areas:
• • Cognitive Impairment (CI)
  • Emotional Impairment (EI)
  • Learning Disabilities (LD)
• Ability to meet all Michigan Department of Education certification requirements
• Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with middle school students
• Experience implementing evidence-based instructional practices and interventions
• Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and intervention frameworks
• Experience collaborating with general education teachers to support inclusive practices
• Experience with push-in service delivery and co-teaching models in inclusive classroom settings
• Familiarity with progress monitoring, data analysis, and data-driven instructional decision making
• Experience conducting IEP meetings and collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology supports
• Ability to utilize educational technology to enhance instruction and student engagement
• Experience supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and stakeholders
• Background or certification in mathematics preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct and indirect special education services to students in accordance with their IEPs
• Deliver instruction through a variety of service models, including push-in support, co-teaching, small-group instruction, and specialized interventions
• Collaborate with general education teachers to plan, deliver, and assess instruction that supports student success in inclusive classroom environments
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and objectives
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal special education requirements
• Collaborate with general education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations, modifications, and instructional supports
• Collect and analyze student data to monitor progress and inform instruction
• Participate in evaluation and reevaluation processes as a member of multidisciplinary teams
• Facilitate communication and partnerships with families regarding student progress and programming
• Support positive student behavior through proactive and evidence-based strategies
• Maintain accurate and timely records, reports, and documentation
• Participate in professional learning and district initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee

COMPENSATION

Salary and benefits in accordance with the Dowagiac Union Schools Master Agreement.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Until Filled

CONTACT

Hunter Reed
Director of Curriculum & Grants
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Dowagiac Union Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.