Special Education Teacher

Total Education Solutions•Detroit, MI

20d•$40 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

TES is looking for a Resource Room Teacher to provide targeted, individualized and small-group instruction to students with disabilities throughout the Greater Detroit area. This is an opportunity to work directly with students while collaborating with general education teachers, special education teams, families, and related service providers to help students make meaningful academic and functional progress. At TES, we believe special education should be individualized, collaborative, and focused on helping students become as independent and successful as possible.

Requirements

Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an appropriate Special Education endorsement
Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
Experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting
Knowledge of IEPs, accommodations, modifications, progress monitoring, and special education requirements
Strong classroom management and instructional skills
Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently while being an active member of a school-based team
A student-centered mindset and commitment to helping every student reach their potential.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
use of a second language in your role (50% of the time)

Responsibilities

Provide specially designed instruction in a resource room setting based on each student's IEP.
Provide individualized and small-group instruction in areas such as reading, writing, math, executive functioning, and study skills.
Support students in accessing and making progress within the general education curriculum.
Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and document student progress.
Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with parents, general education teachers, administrators, and related service providers.
Provide accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies based on individual student needs.
Monitor student progress and adjust instruction and interventions as needed.
Build positive, supportive relationships with students while maintaining high expectations for academic and personal growth.
Collaborate with school teams to promote inclusion and student success in the least restrictive environment.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and comply with special education requirements and deadlines.
Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, school staff, and TES team members.