Special Education Teachers (Specialists, AN, Preschool and Learning Specialists)

At Battle Creek Public Schools, transformation is underway and excellence is on the rise! Our vision is 100% success for every Bearcat, and our mission is to provide a supportive environment for all through positive relationships, academic practice, and engaging experiences.

Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS), in Battle Creek, MI, is conveniently located between Chicago and Detroit. Our community is experiencing unprecedented change, and BCPS is perfectly positioned for success.

We know that our teachers are the heart and soul of the district, and everything we do for our students begins with teachers. So, in May of 2023, we were thrilled to announce an average teacher pay increase of more than $10,000, positioning us as one of the best-paying districts for teachers in Southwest Michigan.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (including up to $20k in home purchase assistance), and opportunities for professional development. Apply now and join the Bearcat family. Believe in the Change!

Job Duties:

• Provides individual, small group, and whole-group instruction.
• Monitors student progress in the school environment including academic achievement and behaviors.
• Maintains a safe and orderly environment, which may include monitoring specific health concerns of students in the classroom and teaches social skills.
• Plans curriculum, lessons, behavior plans, and special education programs and teaching methods.
• Aligns goals and objectives from individual students to meet the needs of all students.
• Uses data-based decision making to problem solve challenging situations.
• Collects data, reviews, analyzes, and revises implementation plans and interventions.
• Maintains contact with parents/guardians of students.
• Evaluates student progress based on observations, data, and assessments, determines goals, objectives and directions.
• Prepares report cards, educational records, IEP procedures, data collection, behavior plans, classroom observation records, and other forms.
• Coordinates and collaborates with other staff for services.
• Conducts IEP team meetings.
• Uses technology to track student progress, prepare written reports, implement IEPs, and record progress.
• Attends staff and district meetings and trainings as required.

• BS or BA degree
• Valid Michigan certificate with one of the following endorsements: Cognitive Impairment (SA), Emotional Impairment (SE), Learning Disabilities (SM), Autism Spectrum Disorder (SV), Physical or Other Health Impairment (SC)
• Possess technology skills

• Successful experience working with a diverse population in an urban setting.
• Experience working with children who have disabilities.
• Experience in handling students with challenging behaviors, and teaching social skills.
• Experience in developing academic and behavioral interventions.
• Knowledge of special education law.
• Ability to clearly express ideas and concepts verbally and in writing.
• Background in learning and behavior management.
• Ability to develop and maintain acceptable relationships with school staff