ASD Categorical Teacher (1.0 FTE) - 2 Positions available

ASD Categorical Teacher (1.0 FTE) - 2 Positions available JobID: 4128 Position Type: Instructional/ Teacher - Special Education Date Posted: 8/20/2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Provide special education student(s) with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Responsible for planning instruction and adaptation of the general/special education curriculum to accommodate students in the learning process. Function as the case manager for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) and oversee their compliance.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate SV endorsement preferred Must have current MI SpEd endorsement (any) and be willing to obtain SV endorsement if hired Extensive knowledge of developmental milestones Related academic endorsements preferred Significant experience

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to implement and instruct established Grosse Pointe Curriculum Includes culturally diverse themes in lessons and instruction, including historical or other information as to cultures having significant impact on the world, nation or community. Ability to Integrate technology with instruction. Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences. Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the student(s) with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement. Maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures. Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process. Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with student(s), parents, and other professionals on a regular basis. Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment. Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with student(s), parents, peers, and community. Ensures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with student(s), parents, and schools. Assumes responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student performance goals. Demonstrates gains in student(s) performance. Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating. Quality assessment skills. Crisis Prevention training preferred. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom. Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time. Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties. Occasional bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs. Prolonged periods sitting and working on the computer to complete necessary paperwork. Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable. Compensation: Salary is based on the GPEA CBA , which may or may not recognize previous professional teaching experience. GPEA Members are also eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance. Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System . Selection Procedure: Applications will be accepted until vacancy is filled The successful candidate must meet State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Grosse Pointe Public Schools System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation's to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application call, View phone number on click.appcast.io or email: View email address on click.appcast.io. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination regarding your request for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lillie Loder, Director of Student Services 20090 Morningside Drive Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io; If the individual filling the grievance alleges that the Section 504/ADA coordinator has engaged in discrimination, then the individual filing the grievance must provide the documentation to the: Deputy Superintendent for Educational Services 20601 Morningside Drive Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice . #J-18808-Ljbffr Grosse-Pointe-Public-School-System