JOB SUMMARY:
Hamilton Community Schools is seeking dedicated educators to apply for the position of Special Education Teacher at Hamilton High School for the 2025-26 school year. We are eager to connect with quality candidates who are results-driven and committed to inspiring students to grow emotionally, socially, and intellectually. Under the supervision of the building principal, educators will plan, organize, and implement a comprehensive instructional program in a high school setting, guiding and encouraging students to reach their full academic potential.
LOCATION: Hamilton High School
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
- Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
- Collaborate with grade-level classroom teachers on units, lessons, and assessments.
- Facilitate IEP meetings for students on your caseload.
- Coordinate related services for students on your caseload.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
- Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
- Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing expectations and procedures. When appropriate collaborate with team members to complete a functional behavior assessment and positive behavior support plan for individual students.
- Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
- Provide appropriate feedback on work.
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
- Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
- Prepare required reports on students and activities.
- Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, teachers, related services staff and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
- Prepare classroom and/or learning environment for all learning opportunities.
- Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
- Observe and evaluate student's performance and development using formative and summative assessments.
- Communicate regularly with teachers and parents in various forms: email, newsletters, phone calls, etc.
- Work with or understanding of Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).
- Work with or understanding of Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS).
- Previous work with or understanding of Standards-Based Grading
Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:
- Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
- Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
- Participate in appropriate professional activities and support the school improvement plan and district improvement plan.
- Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching
- Michigan certification in teaching in appropriate subject area.
- Certificate with certification in Special Education (at least one special education endorsement area required).
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Must have the proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
- Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
- Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology and assistive technology.
- Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
START DATE: 2025-2026 School Year
SALARY RANGE: Per HEA Master Agreement
BENEFITS:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- $25,000 Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Cash in lieu option
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35+ pounds.
WHO ARE WE?
Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district in West Michigan, located south of Holland and east of Saugatuck. Our well-maintained district includes one preschool learning center (Sandyview), three elementary schools (Bentheim, Blue Star, and Hamilton Elementary), one middle school, one high school, and the Hamilton Virtual School. Despite covering a large area of 135 square miles, Hamilton retains a small-town feel.
As one of the 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD), Hamilton Community Schools employs 400 staff members and serves over 2,500 full-time students, along with 1,100 non-public students across various programs and formats. Renowned throughout the state, our district is celebrated for balancing a small-town atmosphere with educational innovation, catering to the needs of every learner. With a strong focus on K-12 academics, work-based learning, athletics, and the arts, Hamilton is a destination district. WE are HAWKEYES!
