Resource Room Teacher - 1.0 FTE

Forest Hills Public School District•Grand Rapids, MI

15h

About The Position

The Resource Room Teacher works under the direction of the building principal and special education supervisor with special education students to support their achievement. The teacher plans instruction and adapts curriculum to accommodate students’ learning needs. The teacher also serves as case manager for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) and oversees compliance with those programs. The position serves Knapp Forest and Orchard View, begins with the 2026–2027 school year, and is 1.0 FTE. Salary and benefits are according to the FHEA Master Agreement and its salary schedule. The employee is responsible for students’ safety, well-being, and work output. Work may take place indoors and/or outdoors, and the noise level is usually loud to moderate.

Requirements

State of Michigan Special Education Teacher Certification is required.
Special education endorsement in one of the following: SV, SA, SL, SE, SM, SC, SB, or SK.
Ability to differentiate academic instruction for diverse student needs across multiple grade levels and content areas.
Ability to assist in developing and implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans.
Ability to teach academic, organizational, and social strategies.
Knowledge of and accuracy in preparing IEPs, present levels of student performance, measurable goals and objectives, and progress documentation.
Strong background in using assessment and data to inform instruction and document student progress.
Ability to utilize and integrate technology in instructional practices.
Successful classroom management strategies and skills.
Enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
Willingness and commitment to participate in curriculum development, school improvement, committees, and professional development.
Willingness to be trained in and use CPI, CPR, and First Aid strategies.
Ability to abide by district policies and procedures and demonstrate competencies specific to Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations.
Consistent and reliable attendance.
Must remain free of alcohol and drugs throughout employment, as outlined in Board Policy #4210.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience or knowledge in co-teaching.
Belief that all children can learn and acceptance of student differences.
Appreciation for diversity and desire to help all students become cross-culturally competent.

Responsibilities

Plan instruction and adapt curriculum to accommodate students’ learning needs.
Serve as case manager for students with IEPs and oversee IEP compliance.
Differentiate academic instruction for diverse student needs across multiple grade levels and content areas.
Assist in developing and implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans.
Teach academic, organizational, and social strategies that help students succeed in general education.
Complete IEPs, present levels of student performance, measurable goals and objectives, and documentation of progress accurately.
Use assessment and student data to inform instruction and document progress.
Integrate technology into instructional practices.
Apply classroom management strategies and skills.
Collaborate with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
Participate in curriculum development, school improvement, committees, and professional development.
Undertake training and use CPI, CPR, and First Aid strategies.
Follow district policies and procedures and demonstrate competencies specific to Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations.
Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.