Resource Room Substitute Teacher

Okemos Public Schools • Okemos, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Okemos Public Schools is seeking a student-centered Secondary Special Education Teacher for a long-term substitute assignment in the Resource Room at Okemos High School. The role supports students with diverse learning needs in inclusive, academically rigorous, and relationship-centered environments. The teacher provides specialized instruction and individualized support aligned with students’ educational goals and legal requirements, while helping students develop academic skills, self-advocacy, independence, confidence, and connections within the school community.

The teacher serves as a case manager, develops and monitors IEPs, coordinates IEP meetings, maintains required records, and works closely with general education teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams. The position is intended for an educator who values collaboration, inclusion, relationship-building, equitable access, and student growth.

This is a long-term substitute position at Okemos High School, with a stated assignment period of December 17, 2026 through March 25, 2027. Compensation is $125 per day for days 1–15, $135 per day for days 16–50, and $175 per day for day 51 and beyond.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• Any valid Michigan Special Education endorsement.
• Knowledge of special education instructional practices, intervention strategies, and differentiated instruction.
• Knowledge of IDEA, MARSE, IEP development, and special education compliance requirements.
• Ability to create engaging, inclusive, and academically rigorous learning environments.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to integrate technology effectively to support teaching and learning.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices.

Nice To Haves

• Successful middle school and/or high school teaching experience.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs in inclusive settings.
• Experience with IEP development, progress monitoring, and special education compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and academic support aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Develop and implement instructional strategies that support student achievement, independence, and skill development across academic areas.
• Differentiate instruction for students’ diverse academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Monitor progress toward IEP goals and use data to guide instructional decisions.
• Support students in developing executive functioning, self-advocacy, organization, and self-regulation skills.
• Foster a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive instructional practices and classroom accommodations.
• Serve as case manager for students receiving special education services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with federal, state, and district requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate IEP meetings and communicate with families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress-monitoring data, and required compliance records.
• Collaborate with related service providers, interventionists, counselors, psychologists, and administrators.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and equitable learning environment.
• Promote positive student behavior through restorative and relationship-centered practices.
• Support students’ social-emotional growth and overall well-being, self-advocacy, independence, and transition readiness.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, content-area teachers, and support staff to enhance student learning and curriculum access.
• Participate in professional learning communities, staff meetings, and district initiatives.
• Communicate with families about student progress and support strategies.
• Maintain accurate student records, assessment data, and instructional documentation.
• Demonstrate continuous professional growth and reflective instructional practice.
• Support school and district initiatives aligned with the Strategic Plan and Equity Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level