Long Term Substitute Teacher- Special Education

Special Education / Special Education Teacher - Secondary

• Date Posted :

11 / 6 / 2025

• Location :

Portland Middle School

• Closing Date :

12 / 19 / 2025

Portland Public Schools : Long Term Substitute Teacher- Special Education

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for the Middle School for the remainder of the school year. This position will provide instructional support and individualized education to students with diverse learning needs in alignment with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Daily stipend of $300 for certified substitute

Responsibilities include :

• Delivering high-quality instruction and accommodations based on student IEPs.
• Collaborating with general education teachers paraprofessionals and related service providers to support student success.
• Managing classroom routines and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Monitoring and documenting student progress toward IEP goals.
• Communicating effectively with students staff and families.

The desired candidate would possess the following attributes :

• Ability to integrate art into teaching and learning practices
• Exceptional communication analysis interpersonal and organizational skills
• Understanding of PBIS and MTSS initiatives
• Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment common sense and a calm demeanor
• Impeccable character a good sense of humor and compassion for elementary school students families and staff

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications :

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement (preferred).
• Experience working with students with special needs (preferred).
• Strong communication organization and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt instruction to meet individual student needs
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students staff parents and district colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes
• Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration high staff and student morale and positive community involvement

Position Details :

• Title : Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher
• Reports to : Special Education Director and Building Principal
• Calendar : As per District Calendar
• Compensation : In accordance with agreement between Portland Public Schools and PCMI willSub.
• Posting date : November 6 2025
• Application deadline : until filled

Application Process :

Applicants for the position may email the following documents in one attachment to : or apply online at :

• Letter of interest detailing the manner in which the candidate meets the qualifications and desired attributes for the position
• A current resume with reference contact information
• Copies of current Michigan educator certification or certification program letter of acceptance

Lacy Schneider Special Education Supervisor

Portland Public Schools

1100 Ionia Rd

Portland MI 48875

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Lacy Schneider Portland Public Schools at or or Leanna Davis Middle School Principal at or .

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall on the basis of race color national origin sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity) disability age religion height weight marital or family status military status ancestry genetic information or any other legally protected category (collectively Protected Classes) in its programs and activities including employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Early Childhood Education,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Special Education,Computer Literacy,Teaching,Cordova,Experience with Children,Toddler Care

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1