Elementary Special Education Teacher

MyPath • Oconomowoc, WI

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Genesee Lake School is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join their team in Oconomowoc! This role involves advocating for students, fostering their independence, and designing personalized learning environments where every learner thrives. The school maintains small class sizes (averaging 7 to 9 students) to allow for deep relationships, individualized attention, and visible results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Elementary/Secondary Education, Human Services, or a related field (or anticipated graduation date).
• State Teaching Certification in Special Education (or eligible for alternative/provisional licensure).
• Strong communication skills.
• Empathy.
• Team leadership skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, student-centered care.
• Growth-oriented mindset.
• Adaptable.
• Eager to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver creative, student-centered lessons using thematic units that build confidence, independence, and a strong sense of self-worth.
• Serve as Case Manager for your caseload, facilitating IEP meetings and tracking growth through regular progress reporting.
• Lead and direct your classroom support team—including Instructional Aides and Educational/Direct Support Professionals (ESPs/DSPs)—to create a unified learning environment.
• Partner closely with clinical, behavioral, and interdisciplinary teams to implement Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Stay flexible in adapting teaching strategies to meet evolving student needs using supportive, agency-approved care and intervention techniques.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Generous paid time off
• Professional development support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level