Special Education Teacher (Cross Categorical) - Wright - 1.0 FTE - 26-27 SY

About the role

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for a Middle School Operations position. Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Responsibilities

• Use standards (CCSS, SELS, Language) to identify common learning targets that represent what all students should know, do and understand as a result of the instruction
• Develop daily and weekly plans to support student growth towards mastery of standards
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
• Analyze data and adjust instruction based on student achievement, observation, and teacher practice data
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss their student's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
• Collaborate with all staff in support of student learning, e.g., team planning and co-teaching

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Official transcripts are required for formal employment
• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching license in Special Education

Qualifications

• High Expectations For Every Student
• Quality Instructional Practice
• Cultural Competence
• Data Proficiency
• Team Collaboration
• Student & Family Engagement
• Resilience & Results Orientation
• Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset

Skills

• Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Manual dexterity for completing general tasks while operating office equipment
• Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including in inclement weather

Benefits

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Pay

Middle School Operations annual salary minimum: $53,525 (26-27 TE Salary Schedule)

Schedule

Length of Contract: 192 days

Employment Type: Exempt