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Resource Room Teacher
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$66,944 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Resource Room Teacher JobID:
17993Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/ Teachers Date Posted:
9/8/2026Location:
Clague Middle School District:
Ann Arbor Public SchoolsPOSITION TITLE
Resource Room TeacherPOSITION LOCATION
Clague Middle School FTE:
1.0SALARY:
Teacher Salary Schedule (AAEA)REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Building PrincipalQUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications. EDUCATION andEXPERIENCE
Possess Masters Degree in special education for Resource Room position. Possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in special education in one or more areas (EI, LD, and CI.). Possess three years satisfactory teaching experience, including at least two years of teaching students with disabilities in a special education classroom Understanding of SST process and coordination desired Training and instructional experience with state recommended reading and specialized programs desired Successful background and practice "consulting" with colleagues regarding program adaptations and modifications for students desired Successful background and experience working in a culturally diverse environment with ESL students desired Knowledge of/experience with special education due process procedures, writing of individual education plans and data collection desired Must submit evidence at time of interview of highly qualified status as defined through NCLB State Board of Education approval as a teacher consultant or able to qualifyESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Understanding of SST process, general education interventions, and coordination. Successful background and experience working with students with learning disabilities and behavioral challenges. Serve as building contact person for community agencies. Successful background and practice collaborating with colleagues regarding program accommodations. Writing and implementation of a FAB/BIP. Successful background and experience working in a culturally diverse environment. Serve in support groups for students. Home and community visits. Regular and reliable attendance. Coordinates students services for special education including modification /accommodation, planning and oversight. Other duties as assigned. This is a full time position, requiring regular reliable and predictable attendance on site to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OTHER SKILLS andABILITIES
Case Management SST Coordination Service delivery Report writing and assessmentLANGUAGE SKILLS
Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations Communicate effectively and present information both in oral and in written formREASONING ABILITY
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.METHOD OF APPLICATION
All applicants must complete the online application at a2schools.org ->District Links-->Job Postings Email To A Friend Print VersionBenefits
- Dental Insurance