Job Summary We are expanding our team! Grand Traverse Academy is accepting applications for a K-12 special education teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

Interested individuals should:

Hold a Bachelor's degree minimum Possess the appropriate Michigan Teaching Certification for the position Have knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty areas and be familiar with the principles and methodology of effectively teaching students with disabilities Have knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures and the ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior Have a passion for building relationships with students and their families Be enthusiastic about their content area Have excellent oral and written communication skills Preferably have experience at all grade levels Responsibilities include: Planning curriculum and preparing lesson plans and other instructional materials to meet the individual needs of students, considering such factors as physical, emotional, and educational levels of development The successful candidate must also be able to relate positively with students and build strong relationships with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers and various other teaching professionals to develop individual educational plans for students. This is a full-time position which includes salary, health insurance contribution, paid time off and a 401(k) plan with employer contribution. Send a letter of interest, resume with references and a copy of your teaching certificate to the email address provided or mail to Grand Traverse Academy, attn: Michelle Floering, 1245 Hammond Road East, Traverse City, MI 49686. Grand Traverse Academy is a K-12 public charter school founded in 2000, chartered by Lake Superior State University and located just minutes from downtown Traverse City, Michigan. It is a Glasser Quality School with high academic expectations and a focus on good character, and has been listed among the best high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for ten years! Grand Traverse Academy's mission is for all students to be safe, loved and learning as they achieve excellence in character and academics. Visit www.mygta.us to learn more.

Pay:

$39,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person