LAKEVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
11107 Washburn Road
Otisville, MI 48463

NOTICE OF A VACANCY
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Applications are now being accepted for the following position:

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Internal/External Candidates
Apply to LakeVille Community Schools via Red Rover.

The following items must be included in the application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Certificates
• References

Date Posted: 4/28/26

Deadline for Application: 5/15/26 or until filled

JOB SUMMARY
LakeVille Community Schools is seeking a highly motivated candidate to serve as an Elementary Special Education Teacher.

The LakeVille Board of Education will offer the successful candidate an annual salary range of $43,497 - $84,878 commensurate with their education, skill level, and prior experience. The successful candidate will also receive a complete and competitive fringe benefit package, including MESSA. 

POSITION DETAILS:
Educators are expected to create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with pupils; motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to master the course content; and establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

THE COMMUNITY:
LakeVille is located in the northeast portion of Genesee County and is home to several parks, recreational areas, beautiful lakes, and scenic rivers. Notable features include Genesee County Parks, which boasts a large lake, campground, and the extensive 21-mile Trails—a hiking and biking path that weaves throughout the township and surrounding areas.

As a rural community, LakeVille is characterized by strong community ties and a spirit of collaboration. Numerous local organizations actively support the school community, fostering close partnerships between families, educators, and residents. Community pride is evident in enthusiastic participation in school and local events, and a strong sense of identity and tradition is celebrated by all generations.

LakeVille offers a safe, secure atmosphere where individuals look out for one another and lifelong connections are forged. These enduring relationships and shared values create a supportive environment in which students and families thrive.

THE DISTRICT:
LakeVille Community Schools serves approximately 1025 students in PreK-12th grade. The district has one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. LakeVille Community Schools also offers early childhood education serving 3 and 4-year-olds. All staff receive free early childhood education for 3 and 4-year-olds as well as free after-school programming. The district has implemented “The Leader in Me” curriculum based on Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. The district is a 1:1 technology K-12 with all students having Chromebooks. The school culture and climate match the relaxed rural community feel. The district has an active, engaged, and supportive school board that is eager to provide the right resources to ensure the success of every child.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher degree; a valid Michigan teaching certificate, and meets Highly Qualified Requirements in Special Education.
• Teaching Certificate with at least one of the following endorsements:
• • Autism (SV)
  • Cognitive Impairment (SA)
  • Emotional Impairment (SE)
  • Learning Disability (SM)
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administration, students, and parents.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check as defined by the State of Michigan; 
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Teaches content using the courses of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Translates the curriculum into engaging and creative lesson plans that best utilize available instructional time.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of each learner.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve an effective learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Uses district assessments along with summative and formative assessments to evaluate student’s academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates regularly with parents through a variety of means such as phone calls, district student information systems, district approved applications, district email and other means.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members to assess and help pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self–selected professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books, materials, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group standardized tests per the district testing program.
• Participates in faculty committees and sponsors pupil activities.
• Participates in curriculum development as necessary.
• Develop and implement progressive classroom-based interventions grounded in MTSS.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Preferred candidates will hold special education certification; however, candidates with a valid elementary teaching certificate may be considered if they demonstrate a willingness to pursue special education certification and meet certification requirements within a district-approved timeline.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree minimum.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts.

REASONING ABILITY: 
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here represent those an employee must meet to successfully perform the job responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Occasionally, the employee will sit and run. The employee will often bend or twist at the trunk while performing job duties. The employee will frequently squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward, and repeat the same hand motion many times while performing the duties of this job. The employee occasionally will be required to lift and/or push up to 50 lbs. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually medium to loud. The employee is continuously required to interact with the public and other staff, and to work irregular or extended hours. 

The information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.