Special Education Teacher

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West Michigan Virtual Academy
S econdary Special Education Teacher
We Inspire :
Berrien Springs Public Schools is a premier district that inspires students to become self-directed learners in environments that foster collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking. We believe students are best supported when we remove barriers to learning and empower them to thrive in all areas of life. Our programs focus on real-world learning experiences, individualized pathways, and community partnerships that help every student reach their potential.
Who We Are:
Together, we inspire each student to think, learn, achieve, and care in a global community. Berrien Springs Public Schools is highly diverse and culturally rich, offering personalized pathways through both traditional and innovative models of learning. One of those innovative learning models is West Michigan Virtual Academy.
West Michigan Virtual Academy (WMVA) is a hybrid alternative education program that blends virtual learning with in-person support, serving nearly 400 high school students in the Battle Creek region and a growing number of middle level students across Michigan. WMVA empowers students by providing flexible academic support, behavioral coaching, and postsecondary planning designed for student success. WMVA provides targeted interventions for at-risk students, including students with disabilities, through a combination of instructional services, accommodations, and behavioral supports that prioritize student growth and success.
The Role:
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Special Education Teacher to serve students in a hybrid alternative education setting. This educator will provide direct instruction, progress monitoring, and support services to middle and high school students with IEPs. The ideal candidate will work closely with general education teachers, families, and service providers to ensure student needs are met in both virtual and in-person environments.
You will also serve as a case manager, ensuring IEP compliance and helping students make meaningful progress toward both academic and functional goals.
Core Competencies for the Position:
Instructional Support • Provide specially designed instruction to students in both online and face-to-face formats • Develop and implement individualized learning plans aligned with IEP goals • Adapt general education curriculum to meet students' needs and promote access to content • Collaborate with general education staff to support co-teaching and inclusion models
IEP Management & Compliance • Lead IEP meetings and communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and support staff • Maintain all documentation in accordance with IDEA, MARSE, and district policies • Monitor and report on student progress using formative data and goal-aligned benchmarks • Ensure all related services and accommodations are implemented with fidelity
Student Advocacy & Whole-Child Support • Identify and remove learning barriers to promote access and success • Use PBIS and MTSS frameworks to support social, emotional, and behavioral development • Help students develop essential skills for independence, life after graduation, and postsecondary readiness • Build meaningful relationships with students and families that promote trust and support
Collaboration & Communication • Communicate clearly with students, families, and teams in both in-person and virtual formats • Serve as a resource to staff on instructional strategies, accommodations, and modifications • Work closely with Center Directors, teachers, and instructional coaches to align supports with broader goals • Utilize technology effectively to track progress and connect with students remotely
Why You'll Love This Role :
You'll be making a tangible impact on the lives of students who need it most. In this role, you will help at-risk youth overcome barriers, find purpose, and make empowered choices about their futures. Every day is an opportunity to support growth, celebrate breakthroughs, and create meaningful change.
You'll work alongside a passionate, collaborative team that values relationships, equity, and whole-student development.
What You'll Need: • Bachelor's degree required with special education endorsement (preferred SLD, CI, or EI)) • Experience working with at-risk student populations • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • Ability to manage multiple student cases and follow up consistently • Experience with behavior plans, SEL, or postsecondary/career advising is highly preferred • Familiarity with resources such as Michigan Works!, MCAN, or EDP platforms
What You'll Get Out of This Role: • A full-time position making a real difference in students' futures • Consistent support from district leadership and site-based teams • Exceptional colleagues who challenge each other, care about you and support your efforts • You are signing up for a complex job. Leading in education is not easy, but you will be working with a top-notch team that is leading in innovation and is following a mission to add value to all students through a student-centered learning approach. • A professional community that values innovation, care, and results • Annual evaluation focused on impact and outcomes • A varied and challenging role in an innovative hybrid organization • A robust benefits package including the ability to earn longevity pay after five years of employment, option to earn merit pay as well as health insurance and life insurance • Development and further training opportunities for shaping and realizing your professional goals • Work for most growth-oriented school district in Michigan: Berrien Springs Public Schools - Ranked #1 in Michigan for a 212% increase in student enrollment.
Location: 35 W Hamblin Ave., Battle Creek, MI
Days: 185 Days per school year
Pay: $44,000 with the ability to earn 3% in merit pay
Deadline to Apply: August 15, 2025 or until filled
Interested candidates may apply online at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1005
Or submit materials to: Jennifer Thies, Director of Human Resources Berrien Springs Public Schools P.O. Box 130 Berrien Springs, MI 49103 Email: jthies@homeoftheshamrocks.org
The Berrien Springs Public Schools Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic, (collectively, "Protected Classes") in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
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Location:
Battle Creek, MI, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education, Training, And Library Occupations

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