Secondary Special Education Teacher

SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Position Summary:
The Special Education Teacher provides specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE), and district policies. This position focuses on creating an inclusive learning environment where all students can succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with parents, general education teachers, and support staff.
• Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with general education staff to support accommodations, modifications, and inclusion.
• Conduct evaluations and contribute to Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) and IEP team meetings.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal special education requirements.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress.
• Participate in all professional development and school/district leadership teams.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Special Education
• Knowledge of Michigan special education law, IDEA, and MARSE.
• Experience with differentiated instruction, behavioral supports, and evidence-based practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.

Terms of Employment:

• Full-time position following the Atherton Community Schools teacher contract.
• Salary and benefits in accordance with the negotiated agreement.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:Until filled

START DATE:August 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested internal candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and letters of recommendation to:

Tracy West, Executive Assistant

Atherton Community Schools

3354 S. Genesee Road 

Burton, MI 48519

Phone: (810) 591-9182 Fax: (810) 591-1926

Interested external candidates must apply online at 

Mid-MIchigan Area Public Schools Consortium.

It is the policy of the Atherton Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, age, or handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination in employment or any of its programs or activities.