Special Education Resource Room Teacher

 
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 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 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 $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 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 who have family coverage at 30 hours/week and single coverage at 20 hours/week.
• 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.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
• 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 if working more than 20 hours/week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the area of special education.
• Valid K-12 Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsements in SM, SA, SE, SV, or CI 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
• 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 is directly responsible to the principal, who provides leadership for the implementation of the program in that building.
 
MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• 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 assistant to help student appropriately develop behavior and social skills
• Develops lesson plans to provide appropriate instruction in all academic areas
• Assists in the development of BIPs (Behavior Intervention Plans) and ensures the plans are implemented
• Prepares progress reports and yearly evaluations; monitoring and communicating IEP goal progress
• Participates in individualized educational planning and placement committees to assist in the identification, placement, and program planning for students with disabilities
• Adapts the curriculum, instruction, and lessons to provide individual, small-group, or remedial 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
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the field by reading journals and publications, attending professional seminars or conferences, and discussing problems of mutual interest with other in the field
• Encourages students to think independently and to express original ideas
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide a safe and productive 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
• Supervises students to ensure a school climate in accordance with the District Vision and Collective Commitments
• Administers and monitors group tests
• Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

 
PROCEDURES:
 
Applicants should furnish a letter of intent, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation.
 
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 position will remain open until minimally January 7, 2026 or until qualified candidate is hired.  

APPLICATIONS:
 
Applicants must complete and submit an application through Applitrack, available on the Livonia Public Schools webpage. 

           
It is the policy of the Board of Education that Livonia Public Schools School District will not discriminate against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or transgender status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances for: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status - Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances for: handicap or disability - Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.