Special Education Teacher and TC

Athens Area Schools

East Leroy Elementary

4320 K Drive South, East Leroy, MI 49051

(269) 729-5419 www.athensk12.org

POSITION: Special Education Teacher

Full-time: .5 Case Load and .5 Special Education Consultant

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SALARY: Per Athens Education Association Master Agreement

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 24, 2026

Minimum Quali?cations:

• Education: Possess a Bachelors Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university

• Preferred: Possession of a Masters Degree, or current enrollment in a Masters degree program, will be given significant weight.

• Certification: Valid Michigan teaching certi?cate

• Preferred: ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or EI (Emotional Impairment) certification is highly recommended. Additional weight will be given to candidates possessing multiple certifications.

• Skills: Strong foundation in the essential instructional practices in literacy and mathematics

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Instructional & Case Management Duties (0.5)

• Curriculum Delivery: Teach and implement the Athens Area Schools-approved curriculum with fidelity.

• IEP Development: Design, write, and effectively implement individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to student needs.

• Classroom Management: Deliver highly effective classroom instruction while maintaining a positive, structured learning environment.

• Data-Driven Instruction: Regularly assess and progress-monitor student growth, utilizing data to actively drive and adjust instruction.

Consultant & Departmental Duties (0.5)

• Consultative Support: Serve as a Special Education Consultant, collaborating with general education staff, administration, and families to support student accommodations and interventions.

• Professional Development: Attend specialized meetings regarding special education development and actively share insights, strategies, and updates with the broader special education department.

• Collaboration: Actively participate as a core member of the building team to drive the continuous improvement of instruction across the school.

Professional Expectations & Engagement

• Communication: Maintain excellent, proactive communication with students, parents, administration, and colleagues.

• Adaptability: Demonstrate openness to continuous change, evolving educational strategies, and professional growth.

• School Culture: Willingness to participate in a variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities, including staff and curriculum development initiatives.

• Professionalism: Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Perform other related duties as assigned by the administration.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and credentials to:

Amy Hughes, Principal

East Leroy Elementary School

4320 K Drive South

East Leroy, MI 49051

Telephone: (269) 729-5419

Email: hughesa@athensk12.org

or

Apply Online: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/AthensAreaSchools

Deadline: Until Filled