The Copper Country Intermediate School District is hiring a Special Education Teacher Coach in Hancock, Michigan.
In this impactful role, you’ll work hand-in-hand with our dedicated special education teams across a variety of classroom settings—including self-contained and inclusive environments. You’ll provide coaching, modeling, and training to help educators create structured, supportive, and engaging learning environments for all students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in behavior support, instructional coaching, and special education compliance.
We’re a community that values growth—for our students and for our staff. As a Special Education Coach, you’ll be a trusted leader, an empathetic partner, and a go-to support for teachers who are committed to inclusive, high-impact instruction. You’ll have the tools, training, and autonomy to truly make a difference. If you thrive on collaboration, problem-solving, and building capacity in others, this may be a perfect fit for you.
WHAT WE OFFER.
- $46,800 – $77,800 annual starting salary based on education and experience.
- Health, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance.
- No health insurance needed? We’ll pay you $643.19/month instead (yes, even during the summer break).
- Paid sick days (10), personal days (4), and paid holidays.
- Retirement plan provided by the Michigan Public School Employee Retirement Plan (MPSERS).
- Professional development assistance and opportunities for advancement.
- Full-time school-year position with a start date in the Fall of 2025. Summers off.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING.
- Support the implementation of the Competent Learner Model (CLM)—training provided.
- Collaborate with teachers to build effective Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) systems.
- Use your extensive experience in self-contained classroom settings to guide and mentor staff in similar classroom environments.
- Coach teams on data-driven instruction, behavioral strategies, and differentiated teaching.
- Assist with planning and delivering lessons using Unique Learning Systems (ULS).
- Guide the development and monitoring of IEPs, ensuring compliance and quality.
- Help teams utilize PowerSchool, align curriculum with Essential Elements, and support MI-Access (Michigan’s alternate state assessment) administration.
- Collaborate with general education staff to promote inclusion and student success in the least restrictive environment.
- Lead and support professional development efforts alongside administration.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.
- Valid Special Education Teaching Certification required.
- At least 3 years of experience teaching special education in both self-contained and inclusive settings.
- A strong foundation in behavior intervention planning and positive supports.
- Familiarity with (or interest in learning) tools like CLM, ULS, PowerSchool, and MI-Access.
- A coaching mindset: you love supporting adult learners and solving challenges as a team.
- Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- A calm, confident approach that embodies clear communication skills.
- Professionalism that inspires, teaches, and motivates staff.
ARE YOU READY to help shape the future of special education in our district? Take the next step and apply online at ccisd.hirescore.com
The Copper Country Intermediate School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
