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2026-27 RISE Residency Teacher (Special Education)

Racine Unified School District · Racine County, WI · 3 wk ago
EducationFull-time

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Vacancy ID: 266802

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Become a Licensed Special Education Teacher Through RUSD's RISE Residency Program

The Racine Initiative for Support in Education (RISE) is a paid teacher residency program designed to support individuals who currently hold a bachelor’s degree and are working under an emergency teaching license in special education. The program provides a structured pathway to full licensure while allowing residents to work as full-time teachers in the Racine Unified School District (RUSD).

About the Role

Serve as the teacher-of-record in a special education classroom.

Complete your coursework through a partner educator preparation program (EPP).

Receive mentoring, instructional coaching, and ongoing support from RUSD staff.

Be part of a cohort of educators working toward licensure together.

Have half of your tuition paid by the District, with the remaining portion deducted through payroll over the two-year residency.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the teacher-of-record in a special education classroom.
  • Complete your coursework through a partner educator preparation program (EPP).
  • Receive mentoring, instructional coaching, and ongoing support from RUSD staff.
  • Be part of a cohort of educators working toward licensure together.
  • Have half of your tuition paid by the District, with the remaining portion deducted through payroll over the two-year residency.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Working under or eligible for an emergency license in special education
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for supporting students with disabilities

Candidate Requirements

  • Resume
  • Custom Questions
  • Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications

Pay

Half of your tuition is paid by the District, with the remaining portion deducted through payroll over the two-year residency.

Schedule

Residents work as full-time teachers in the Racine Unified School District (RUSD).

Benefits

Residents receive mentoring, instructional coaching, and ongoing support from RUSD staff.

Qualifications

Residents must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and be working under or eligible for an emergency license in special education.

Skills

Residents should have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for supporting students with disabilities.

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