Special Education Teacher

POSITION: Special Education Teacher

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SALARY: Per Athens Education Association Master Agreement

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 24, 2026

Minimum Qualications:

Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university

Valid Michigan teaching certicate

Strong foundation in the essential instructional practices in literacy and mathematics

ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or EI (Emotional Impairment) certification recommended

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach Athens Area Schools approved curriculum.

Be able to design IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and implement them effectively.

Willing and able to deliver effective classroom instruction and management.

Regularly assess and progress monitor students and utilize data to drive instruction

Be willing to attend meetings regarding special education development and share with the special education department.

Be willing to participate in a variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities including staff development and curriculum development.

Be willing to work as part of a building team for the improvement of instruction.

Be open to continuous change.

Be an excellent communicator with students, parents and colleagues.

Differentiate and modify general education curriculum and lesson plans to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.

Develop and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) for students requiring behavioral interventions.

Coordinate and facilitate annual IEP meetings, REEDs (Review of Existing Evaluation Data), and manifestation determinations in strict compliance with IDEA and Michigan administrative rules for special education (MARSE).

Collaborate closely with general education teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other ancillary staff to ensure accommodations and modifications are provided in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

Direct, train, and supervise assigned paraeducators to ensure student safety, accommodation fidelity, and data collection.

Maintain highly accurate, confidential records regarding student progress, service logs, and Medicaid billing (if applicable) in accordance with district policies and FERPA guidelines.

Establish proactive, routine communication with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, goals, and strategies for generalizing skills at home.

Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and credentials to:

William Heffner, Principal

Athens High School

300 E Holcomb Street

Athens, MI 49011

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Deadline: Until Filled