Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Portland Public Schools: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher 

Portland Public Schools’ seeks an innovative and passionate education professional to join our team to continue the forward progress by enhancing the education experience for our students.

The desired candidate would possess the following attributes: 

• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning practices
• Exceptional communication, analysis, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Understanding of, or demonstrated training in, PBIS and MTSS initiatives
• Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor
• Impeccable character, a good sense of humor, and compassion for elementary school students, families, and staff
• Willingness to undertake extra-curricular assignments
  

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Possess a valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate with a special education and early childhood endorsement. 
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations
• Knowledge of typical and atypical child development to identify needs and develop interventions
• Ability to conduct IEP meetings and complete IEP forms in conformance with the MI Special Education and MARSE and IDEA rules.
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and district colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes 
• Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration, high staff and student morale, and positive community involvement

Position Details:

• Title: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher 
• Reports to: Special Education Supervisor and Building Principal
• Calendar: As per District Calendar and PEA contract
• Compensation: In accordance with PEA contract
• Posting date: October 16, 2025
• Application deadline: Until Filled
  
  

Application Process:

Applicants for the position may email the following documents in one attachment to: [email protected] or apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/Portlandk12/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Special+Education

• Letter of interest detailing the manner in which the candidate meets the qualifications and desired attributes for the position

• A current resume with reference contact information
• Copies of all university transcripts
• Copies of current Michigan educator certification or certification program letter of acceptance
• Two current (within the last two years) letters of recommendation

Lacy Schneider, Special Education Supervisor

Portland Public Schools

1100 Ionia Rd

Portland, MI 48875

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Lacy Schneider, Portland Public Schools at [email protected] or 517-647-4161.

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.