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.
Middle School Special Education Teacher Whitmore Lake Public Schools Whitmore Lake, MI Job Details Full-time From $45,450 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Special education for middle school students Teaching students with emotional and behavioral disorders Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Student caseload management Special education assessments Academic IEP goal implementation Family collaboration in education Teaching Certification Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) in classroom management Parent communication Individualized instructions Classroom behavior modification Experience working with children Special education diagnostic testing Curriculum implementation Collaboration with other professionals for student support Working with students Computers (educational technologies) Working with families Instructional materials development Behavioral IEP goal implementation Special education record keeping Experience working with families with children Special Education Certification Emotional disorders support
Full Job Description Application Deadline:
Until Filled Estimated Start Date:
8/19/26
WHO WE ARE:
Whitmore Lake Public Schools serves approximately 700 students in preschool-12th grade and their families in Whitmore Lake and the surrounding area. Whitmore Lake Middle and High School is a 6-12 building. We are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized education to all. At the heart of all we do is our tight-knit Trojan community including our students, their families and our staff. We work hard and take pride in making every day a great day to be a Trojan. #
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Salary per Whitmore Lake Education Association Contract Base pay for a Bachelor's Degree is $45,450 Base pay for a Master's Degree is $52,015 Additional steps given for experience Full-time position
WORK LOCATION
Whitmore Lake Middle & High School
WHAT WE NEED
A Special Education Teacher for middle school students who will provide resource services to support students with IEPs and work with staff, students, and parents to ensure appropriate programming and an exceptional, personalized education. Someone who will be successful with a caseload of students including children with autism, specific learning disabilities, speech and language disorders, cognitive impairments, emotional impairments, or other health impairments. Services will include time spent in the general education classrooms for inclusion and pull-out services (individual and small groups).
WHAT YOU NEED
Valid Michigan teacher's certificate with special education endorsement (preference given to candidates with three years of experience and Teacher Consultant status.) Ability to work with older children in a cross-categorical setting using a variety of push-in and pull-out services Experience working with students with emotional impairments and autism Experience with consulting in a general education setting Experience with and knowledge of behavior management principles as well as positive behavior interventions and supports Experience with and knowledge of curriculum adaptations Knowledge in the use of technology for communications and student instruction Demonstrated skills in parent consultation and working with diverse populations within the community. A philosophical position that is aligned with the WLPS mission of support in the least restrictive environment. A record of collaborative teamwork. Ability to administer and interpret results of disability specific assessments. Ability to write lesson plans, Special Education documents such as IEPs, and other related correspondence. Ability to direct the activities of others to execute student IEP goals. Ability to work professionally, collaboratively, and effectively with children, their families, and staff. Ability to utilize district technology and work to maintain effective documentation. Complete other duties as assigned.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Competitive salary structure Customized retirement plan options Excellent compensation package including up to full-family health coverage with long-term disability, medical, dental, vision and life insurance Health Insurance Opt-Out Cash Bonus Childcare tuition discount Professional development, career growth, and promotion opportunities Small school with a positive school culture built on support and collaboration Whitmore Lake Public Schools, 8845 Main Street, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, physical handicap, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, political belief or age in admission, treatment or participation in its programs, services and activities or in employment. For further information about this policy, contact the Superintendent's Office, 8845 Main St., Whitmore Lake, MI 734-449-4461
Pay:
From $45,450.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Retirement plan Vision insurance
