TEACHER - SPECIAL EDUCATION

Job Summary A Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) teacher provides an instructional program for students which is appropriate to their educational needs and developmental level.

The educational program is offered in an equitable, multi-cultural setting and teaches all children to think deeply, critically and creatively.

The teacher supports the MPS strategic plan.Applications for High School Teachers are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources.

The following items must be uploaded with your application : A current resumeOfficial degree conferred college transcripts If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies.

Caution : When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration.

Who May Apply Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug / alcohol test and credential verification. As of November 1, , all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated.

The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. All offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements.

Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.

Qualifications Maintains a broad knowledge of all facets related to the teaching assignment as related to the subject and grade level of the students.

Uses research-proven practices to improve student achievement.Implements Board policies as necessary to improve the educational environment.

Plans and organizes material for instruction and presents and reinforces lessons as appropriate.Addresses different learning modalities, including auditory, visual and kinesthetic.

Uses appropriate classroom management strategies and relates well to the student population.Performs other duties as assigned.

Applicants MUST : Have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or universityHold a content area teacher LicenseIf you are not a licensed teacher, you must enroll in a licensing program within one semester of hire Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule Teacher pay starts at $52, and increases based on experience and educationEqual Employment Opportunity The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of , as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of .

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law.

Any applicant not wishing to have his / her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Department of Human Capital.

The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.