Resource Teacher - Life Learning Center

Resource Teacher - Life Learning Center 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Kentwood, MI 49508 Kentwood Public Schools 63 reviews

JobID:

7516

Position Type:

Special Education Date Posted:

5/12/2026

Location:

Crossroads Alternative High School Closing Date:

05/19/2026 ALL

APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE UPLOADED AND SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN 5

00 PM

ON THE SPECIFIED POSTING DEADLINE.

Position:

Resource Teacher Effective 2026-2027

School Year Location:

Life Learning Center Position Purpose:

Under the direction of the Principal and the Special Education Supervisor, the teacher will work with students who receive special education services to achieve excellence. The teacher is responsible for planning instruction and adaptation of the curriculum to accommodate students in the learning process. The teacher will function as the case manager for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), overseeing compliance and facilitating the transition from school to post-secondary life.

Essential Job Functions:

Actively communicate and interact with community merchants, local businesses, and vocational agencies to establish and support work-related job skills and placement opportunities for students who receive special education services. Ability to differentiate academic and vocational instruction for diverse student needs across multiple grade levels and content areas. Commitment to participate in curriculum development, Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBIS), school improvement committees, and professional development. Ability to teach academic, organizational, and social strategies to students to foster success in general education and community settings. Ability to develop and implement compliant IEPs and appropriate, data-driven transition plans. Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation and reporting. Strong background in using assessment and data to inform instruction and document student progress. Ability to utilize and integrate technology in instructional and vocational practices. Successful classroom environment strategies and skills adapted for both school and community environments. Regular, reliable and punctual attendance

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Director of Special Education, and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:

This description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not meant to be all-inclusive.

Equipment:

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements:

Travels to school district buildings, community partners, and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

A firm belief that all children can learn and an ability to accept differences in students. Ability to abide by all district policies and demonstrate competencies specified in Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations. Ability to plan, prepare, and carry out engaging educational activities that promote the social-emotional, academic, and physical development of the whole child. Ability to establish and maintain a safe and secure learning environment. Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, families, students, administration and community partners Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. Demonstrate self-directedness and initiative when given a variety of tasks and responsibilities. Ability and confidence to lead students in a combination of classroom instruction and community-based settings. Ability to work in an economically, culturally and racially diverse environment. Qualifications Valid State of Michigan Special Education Teacher Certification. One of the following endorsements - SV, SA, SL, SE, SM, SC, SB, or SK. Experience working with special education students. Experience with transition age planning or willingness to be trained in best practices. CPI, CPR, and First Aid certification or a willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire date.

FLSA Status:

Exempt Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Ada Requirements:

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described 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.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment), taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate.

Mental Functions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile and negotiate.

APPLICATIONS

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AN APPLICATION, INDIVIDUAL COVER LETTER AND RESUME THROUGH THE ONLINE APPLITRACK APPLICANT CENTER, NO HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED VIA MAIL OR HAND DELIVERY. ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE UPLOADED AND SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN 5

00 PM

ON THE SPECIFIED POSTING

DEADLINE.