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.
Arcadia Elementary932 Boswell LnKalamazoo, MI 49006 Full Time $47,599 - $93,010 per year Arcadia Elementary Posted 6/26/2026 Elementary Special Education Resource Rm Teacher (2) Elementary Special Education Resource Room Teacher Arcadia Elementary KEA Salary Schedule and Grade $47,599-$93,010 10
Month, Full-time Our Mission:
Nurture the dreams of all students and empower all students to contribute to a better world. Scope of Responsibilities Teach as an inclusion, resource room, or self-contained Special Education teacher through planning and implementing instructional strategies for student academic growth. Performance Responsibilities Provides individual, small group, and whole-group instruction. Monitors student progress in the school environment, including academic achievement and behaviors. Maintains a safe and orderly environment, which may include monitoring specific health concerns of students in the classroom, and teaches social skills. Plans curriculum, lessons, behavior plans, and special education programs and teaching methods. Aligns goals and objectives from individual students to meet the needs of all students. Uses data-based decision making to problem solve challenging situations. Collects data, reviews, analyzes, and revises implementation plans and interventions. Maintains contact with parents/guardians of students. Evaluates student progress based on observations, data, and assessments, determines goals, objectives and directions. Prepares report cards, educational records, IEP procedures, data collection, behavior plans, classroom observation records, and other forms. Coordinates and collaborates with other staff for services. Conducts IEP team meetings. Uses technology to track student progress, prepare written reports, implement IEPs, and record progress. Attends staff and district meetings and trainings as required. Minimum Qualifications BS or BA degree Valid Michigan certificate with one of the following endorsements: Cognitive Impairment (SA), Emotional Impairment (SE), Learning Disabilities (SM), Autism Spectrum Disorder (SV), Physical or Other Health Impairment (SC) Possesses technology skills Desirable Qualifications Successful experience working with a diverse population in an urban setting. Experience working with children who have disabilities. Experience in handling students with challenging behaviors and teaching social skills. Experience in developing academic and behavioral interventions. Knowledge of special education law. Ability to clearly express ideas and concepts verbally and in writing. Background in learning and behavior management. Ability to develop and maintain acceptable relationships with school staff. Minimum three years of successful experience working with children and families in an urban educational setting and/or diverse/multi-cultural setting. Please apply online at www.kalamazoopublicschools.com Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
