What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher- ASD Room position at Oakridge Public Schools?
Internal/External Employment Opportunity
Posting Date: June 2, 2026
Position: Special Education Teacher- ASD Room
Location: Oakridge Lower Elementary
Qualifications:
A Michigan teaching certificate with a preference for a Special Education endorsement in Autism Spectrum Disorder (SV) preferred. Special Education endorsements in Learning Disabilities (SM), Cognitive Impairments (SA) or Emotional Impairments (SE) are all acceptable. Recent teaching experience at or near level and subject being applied for is desirable.
Responsibilities:
- Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, ancillary staff, administration, parents and any necessary community agencies to support student needs.
- Ability to work effectively with grade level/department/interdisciplinary teams, etc.
- Ability to supervise and effectively collaborate with paraprofessionals.
- Knowledge of and commitment to regularly use technology as an instructional tool to enhance teaching and learning.
- Demonstrate ability to develop an interdisciplinary approach to delivering instructional outcomes.
- Maintain required time lines when completing, submitting, and disseminating paperwork: IEPs, Medicaid billing, behavior intervention plans, transition plans, progress reports, etc.
- Schedule IEP meetings and ensure IEP implementation for caseload students.
- Input/active participation in building and district committee structure to develop new curricular guidelines for all areas.
- Knowledge of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS)
- Collaborate with team members to complete functional behavior assessments and implement positive behavior support plans.
- Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines and building regulations.
- Willing to perform other duties as necessary and/or directed by the principal and/or special education administrator.
Deadline for Applying: June 16, 2026 or until filled.
Starting Date: August 17, 2026
To be considered as a candidate, you must submit an online application by the deadline by going to www.oakridgeschools.org and clicking on Job Opportunities. Additional documents may be required including a cover letter, resume, most recent evaluation, three references, university transcripts, and teaching certificate.
Internal candidates with be directed to an internal application form.
The Oakridge School District Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in its employment decisions or the provision of services.