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Job description
Position Type:
Special Education/Special Education Resource Room Teacher
Date Posted:
4/23/2026
Location:
Building(s) Schedules To Be Determined
Closing Date:
05/08/2026 (or filled)
POSITION :
The special education resource teacher has the responsibility for planning an educational program for students identified with disabilities according to state/federal guidelines. The job requires a wide knowledge of intervention and classroom management techniques and the ability to effectively use a variety of teaching methods and materials applicable to the student's disability. The resource teacher must also be able to work effectively with classroom teachers, support staff and building administrators in the provision of appropriate services.
DISTRICT OVERVIEW:
Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,800 staff members, serving approximately 13,100 students pre-K - post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center and 1 vocational and transition center in the School District. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $180 million, with a state funding of $10,000 per pupil.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.
As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you're helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:
Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage: The district's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify.
Dental, vision, and life insurance: The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
Long-term disability coverage: The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members. Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee..
Longevity pay.
Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days.
Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district's attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice working 20+ hours
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Administration in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications. Minimum of a bachelor's degree in the area of special education.
Valid K-12 Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsements in learning disabilities, cognitive impairments, autism spectrum disorder, or emotional impairments preferred
A major in the subject area is strongly preferred
A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students
Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships
Skills in individualizing instruction
Knowledge of positive behavioral supports and interventions
Experience implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework preferred
Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
Superior verbal and written communication skills
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:
The resource teacher for students with disabilities is assigned and responsible to the Department of Student Services, which has responsibility for the system-wide program for students with disabilities. After assignment to a building(s), the teacher reports directly to the principal and student services coordinator, who provide leadership for the implementation of the program in that building.
MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :Champion the District's mission, vision, and collective commitments to make decisions that reflect the District's philosophy that places the needs of children and their education first
Creates a welcoming, engaging, and positive classroom climate and culture
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
Evaluates students through the use of formal and informal evaluation procedures to assess strengths and challenges of the students
Writes instructional objectives in the affective, psychomotor, and cognitive domains for students with disabilities
Provides assistance to help student appropriately develop behavior and social skills
Develops lesson plans to provide appropriate specially designed instruction related to IEP goals and objectives
Assists in the development of BIPs (Behavior Intervention Plans) and ensures the plans are implemented, data is collected, and plans are reviewed/revised
Prepares progress reports and yearly evaluations; monitoring and communicating IEP goal progress in accordance with district timelines
Facilitate the collaborative process of developing student-centered IEPs
Adapts the curriculum, instruction, and lessons to provide individual, small-group, or specially designed instruction to meet the needs of the individual student
Provides opportunities for students to explore life and career goals
Maintains student records in accordance with school, district, state, and federal guidelines and statutes
Actively participates in, and contributes to, professional learning teams at the district and school level
Encourages students to think independently and to express original ideas
Establishes and teaches expectations for student behavior to provide a safe and respectful classroom environment
Identifies student needs and works collaboratively with other professional staff members in assessing and assisting students
Communicates with students, parents and school counselors on student progress
Administers and monitors IEP accommodations and progress monitoring on IEP goals and objectives
Provides supervision and oversight to students throughout the assigned workday
Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association. This posting will remain open until May 8, 2026 or until a qualified candidate is selected.
APPLICATIONS:
All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack, which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage.
Additionally, applicants must also upload: Letter of Interest
Professional resume
Copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates)
Three current letters of recommendation
The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at . The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 4815
Attachment(s): Res Rm Teacher 4-23-26.pdf
Worksite address
livonia, MI, 48153, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.