Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Crossroads Charter Academy is currently hiring a part-time Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2025 / 2026 school year. 20 hours per week. Must have Teacher Certification and Endorsement.

Are you an educational dreamer, believing all students will be inspired learners in the right environment? Are you looking to transform yourself, the students you will serve, as well as the broader educational landscape? Do you want to join a passionate and collaborative faculty who continuously strive to make a better school?

Crossroads Charter Academy is located in Big Rapids, Michigan and serves communities in the surrounding area. Our academy is not restricted to residential boundaries, which allows us to reach out to families in the suburban and rural areas of Mecosta and Osceola counties.

Crossroads Charter Academy is a K-12 school with a unique learning method focusing on the needs of students as individuals. Our K-5 students are taught using personalized learning which also incorporates project-based learning. CCA’s 6th – 12th-grade students are offered flexible scheduling to accommodate learning outside the walls of the school through internships, college dual enrollment, and various community projects. The middle / high school curriculum and professional learning opportunities are personalized and emphasis is placed on projects.

Crossroads Charter Academy embraces the Small Schools Initiative, serving approximately 300 students who work closely with a teacher, either as an advisor or homeroom teacher, to monitor individual student progress and to tailor the school experience to meet individual needs and interests.

Staff at Crossroads Charter Academy are part of a learning community participating in year-long professional development designed to support and develop teachers through a process of reflection and practice. Through a dynamic and supportive environment, all staff are encouraged to bring new ideas and participate in problem-solving. We are looking for talented, collaborative, and reform-minded educators who are passionate about teaching and creating an environment where everyone can achieve at high levels.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a part-time Elementary Special Education Teacher to join our team. The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for providing instruction and support to students with special needs, ensuring that they receive appropriate educational services and accommodations.

Responsibilities : Essential Duties :

Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet the curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.

Develop assessments and evaluate student performance through various methods, including tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.

Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs

Deliver direct instruction to students in various settings, including one-on-one, small group, and co-taught classrooms, using evidence-based strategies tailored to students' learning profiles

Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities, including academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions

Collaborate with general education teachers and other school staff to ensure that students with special needs are included in all aspects of school life

Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting instruction and interventions as needed

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress and services provided

Stay up-to-date on best practices and research related to special education and disabilities

Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution

Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students

Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff

Regular and predictable attendance

Cognitive Demands :

Supervision of multiple students at once

Establishing routines and procedures

Maintaining a safe and orderly environment

Create and implement instructional plans

Participate in continuous professional development

Effective oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands :

Occasionally lift / move objects weighing up to 25lbs

Stand and walk frequently

Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down / squat

Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year

Withstand a moderate noise level

Be able to perform first aid / CPR if necessary

Assist / lift students, as necessary

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Special Education. Master’s degree is a plus.

Valid teaching certification / license in Michigan for secondary education with an endorsement in Special Education

Experience working with students with disabilities, including experience developing and implementing IEPs

Strong knowledge of best practices and research related to special education and disabilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities

For more information on Crossroads Charter Academy, please visit our website at https : / / www.ccabr.org / .

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