Local District Special Education Administrator

MISTAFF is a collaborative effort of the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators, Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators, Michigan Association of School Boards, Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals, Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association, and Michigan School Public Relations Association.

About the Role

We are seeking passionate educators to fill various teaching positions across Michigan K-12 schools. These roles are ideal for individuals committed to fostering student growth and success in diverse learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Participate in department, school, and parent meetings.
• Stay current with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.

Requirements

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate or eligibility for certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in classroom management and instructional strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to professional growth and development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plans through the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.