Secondary Special Education Teacher
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South Haven High School
Secondary Special Education Teacher
Position is for the 2025-2026 School Year!
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special
needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum;
documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students’ specific needs; providing a safe
and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions
– Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues,
and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
– Participates in and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (“IEP”) for students.
– Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students’ IEP’s and behavior management plans.
– Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
– Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and
needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
– Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased
personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
– Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending
seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships
with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
– Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to
prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
– Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and
parents.
– Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
– Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records
according to the District’s curriculum.
Additional Duties
– Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the
Superintendent. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of
every task or responsibility.
– Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
– Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
– Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing
the educational experience of students with special needs.
– Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
– Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
– Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
– Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
– Ability to organize and coordinate work.
– Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
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– Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
– Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
– Works in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
Michigan State Certification as an Secondary School Teacher
Michigan State Special Education Certification required
Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
– Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Terms of Employment: Work year and salary commensurate with the SHEA Teacher Contract
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Teacher Evaluation System.
*Submit Application to: Kelly Schriner, HR Specialist –
South Haven Public Schools
554 Green Street
South Haven, MI 49090
*A job application can be found at or
Condition of Employment: Fingerprinting is REQUIRED for all new school employees. South Haven Public
Schools shall not discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms or conditions of
employment because of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity),
disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or
any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”).
- Location:
- Van Buren