Position Title: Full-Time Special Education Teacher - Reintegration Program (for students with disabilities that impact social, emotional and behavioral areas)
Date Posted: June 8, 2026
Date Available: 2026-27 School Year
SUMMARY
The Reintegration Program Special Education Teacher will provide high-quality classroom instruction and support to students with disabilities whose needs can best be met in a structured ESD classroom program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans curriculum and lessons, and utilizes effective and relevant teaching strategies, methods, and practices to enhance the student learning environment.
- Evaluates and monitors students’ progress through a variety of tools in various settings.
- Prepares and communicates student progress using report cards, educational records, IEP forms, classroom observation records, Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans, and other documents.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and the community.
- Utilize the standards of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) in daily instruction and Ukeru as needed.
- Creates and implements Behavior Intervention Plans and uses data to inform instruction.
- Participates in the Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) evaluation, the development and implementation of IEP meetings, and committee/staff meetings held in relation to program operation.
- Maintains the physical environment of the classroom and effectively manages students’ health, personal care, and safety needs.
- Leads and directs the work of classroom paraprofessionals and behavior assistants.
- Works collaboratively with staff and agency personnel to maintain the standards of individual students behavior.
- Demonstrates proficiency in the use of technology and computer skills.
- Communicates clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Presence on the job is an employee’s fundamental obligation; regular, reliable and punctual attendance is required.
- Perform other duties deemed necessary and appropriate as assigned.
EDUCATION/SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university. Valid Teaching certificate with special education endorsement, with preference given to EI endorsement or having training with emotional impairments and positive behavior intervention and supports. *NOTE: Willing to accept applicants who currently possess an Associate’s Degree and are willing to obtain special education teaching credentials. Meet applicable requirements found in MARSE R340.1781-1783. Valid diver’s license.
BENEFITS/WORKING CONDITIONS: 184-day school-year contract with competitive pay and benefits as outlined in the West Shore Education Association Agreement.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please send your resume and credentials to [email protected]
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, or any other legally protected characteristic, in its program and activities, including employment opportunities. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Questions or concerns about our employment practices may be directed to our Compliance Officer at 2130 W US-10, Ludington, MI 49431, [email protected], or 231-898-1559.