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.
Extended School Year (ESY) - Special Education Teacher-Summer 2026
Fowlerville Community Schools
Central Office - FOWLERVILLE, Michigan This job is also posted in Fowlerville Community Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5851124
Application Deadline:
Jul 30, 2026 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Job Description:
To support individual students with an IEP in maintenance of IEP skills to prevent regression over the summer break. This teaching position requires the development of lesson plans, parent contact, and to provide specially designed instruction based on the student's current IEP goals in Math, Reading, and/or writing at a K-5 level. 4
Weeks of Service:
TBD when teacher a is hired.
Planning time is 40 minutes per day, no more than 1 hour and 20 minutes a week.
Location is TBD (FCS school building or local library)
Summary:
The Teacher promotes and develops successful learning for students, performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District and Board Policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher will also develop and foster relationships with staff, parents, students and the community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Note:
These duties and responsibilities are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act or ADA. 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 statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not constructed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.
Provide specialized, group and individualized educational instruction to Special Education students in general education through co-teaching, and in direct instruction in areas of disability outlined in the student's IEP.
Communicate clearly with administration, staff and family members about the student's progress and struggles.
Develops lesson plans and instructional material that are specific to students abilities in accordance with the district provided curriculum.
Instruct and mentor students as a class, in small groups and one-on-one.
Comprehend and impart the content of applicable subject and curriculum level to students.
Communicates with students and parents regularly and clearly in an interactive way outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, emails, conferences, etc.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports and report cards.
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Complete all required special education documentation in a neat and timely manner.
Speak, hear, see and write clearly with or without assistive device(s).
Walk, stand for the full scheduled period, with minimal sitting options.
Adhere to all Board and District policies
Regular, predictable and physical attendance
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Superintendent
Other Responsibilities:
Maintains consistent, predictable and physical attendance to meet the requirements of the position
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate, with appropriate special education endorsement.
Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with grade level teachers and with teachers across grade levels
Familiarity with course content standards and expectations
Willingness to learn and understand current educational strategies and curriculum
Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness
Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology and being able to incorporate it into the classroom.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in special education instruction
Teach developmentally appropriate lessons following assigned curriculum guidelines
Provide students with a safe and orderly environment for learning
Ability to relate positively and communicate curriculum effectively with students, parents, staff and the community The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
Fowlerville Community Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law in its programs and activities. Inquiries or complaints related to discrimination should be directed to: Director of Human Resources, Trisha Reed, Fowlerville Community Schools, 7677 Sharpe Road, Suite A, Fowlerville, MI 48836, (517)223-6018.
Position Type:
Part-Time
Job Requirements
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required