Teacher - Special Education

Position:

Special Education Teacher (Early Childhood Special Education Preferred)

Reports To:

Director of Special Education

Position Status:

Full-Time

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Central Lake Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, student-centered, and highly qualified Special Education Teacher to join our outstanding educational team. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting students with disabilities, building strong relationships with families, and collaborating with staff to ensure every student reaches their full potential.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess Early Childhood Special Education (ZS) credentials and experience working with young learners.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.

• Michigan Special Education endorsement(s) appropriate for the assigned program.
• Early Childhood Special Education endorsement or eligibility preferred (ZS).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Ability to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Knowledge of Michigan's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MiMTSS) and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

• Ability to establish positive relationships with students, families, and staff.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).

• Develop and maintain compliant IEPs in accordance with IDEA, MARSE, and Michigan Department of Education requirements.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, service providers, and families to ensure appropriate supports and accommodations.
• Conduct assessments, collect progress-monitoring data, and prepare required reports.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings and multidisciplinary evaluations.
• Maintain accurate educational records and documentation.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes student success.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Early Childhood Special Education.

• Experience with inclusive educational practices.
• Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies and positive behavioral supports.

• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Terms of Employment

Salary, benefits, and working conditions will be in accordance with the negotiated Master Agreement and applicable Board of Education policies.

Application Procedure

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• Letter of interest

• Resume
• Copies of teaching certificate and endorsements
• College transcripts

• Credentials and/or letters of recommendation

Applications should be emailed to:

Dr. Ryan L. Cunningham, Superintendent ( rcunningham@centrallake.org)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Central Lake Public Schools complies with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Michigan Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, and all applicable Michigan Department of Education regulations. Central Lake Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, height, weight, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law.