Special Education Teacher

POSITION: Special Education Teacher

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SALARY: Per Athens Education Association Master Agreement

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 24, 2026

Minimum Qualifications:
• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate
• Strong foundation in the essential instructional practices in literacy and mathematics
• ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or EI (Emotional Impairment) certification recommended

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Teach Athens Area Schools approved curriculum.
• Be able to design IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and implement them effectively.
• Willing and able to deliver effective classroom instruction and management.
• Regularly assess and progress monitor students and utilize data to drive instruction
• Be willing to attend meetings regarding special education development and share with the special education department.
• Be willing to participate in a variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities including staff development and curriculum development.
• Be willing to work as part of a building team for the improvement of instruction.
• Be open to continuous change.
• Be an excellent communicator with students, parents and colleagues.
• Differentiate and modify general education curriculum and lesson plans to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) for students requiring behavioral interventions.
• Coordinate and facilitate annual IEP meetings, REEDs (Review of Existing Evaluation Data), and manifestation determinations in strict compliance with IDEA and Michigan administrative rules for special education (MARSE).
• Collaborate closely with general education teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other ancillary staff to ensure accommodations and modifications are provided in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
• Direct, train, and supervise assigned paraeducators to ensure student safety, accommodation fidelity, and data collection.
• Maintain highly accurate, confidential records regarding student progress, service logs, and Medicaid billing (if applicable) in accordance with district policies and FERPA guidelines.
• Establish proactive, routine communication with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, goals, and strategies for generalizing skills at home.
• Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and credentials to:


William Heffner, Principal

Athens High School

300 E Holcomb Street


Athens, MI 49011

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Deadline: Until Filled