Special Education Teacher
About The Position
At MJ Care, the Special Education Teacher supports students in accessing their education and thriving in the school environment. The teacher provides specialized instruction and educational support aligned with students’ IEPs and other individualized support plans, collaborating with teachers, administrators, families, and fellow service providers to support student learning, participation, independence, and success. The role is embedded in the school day and combines direct student interaction, multidisciplinary collaboration, and consistent documentation. The teacher participates in team meetings, contributes to planning and progress discussions, and adapts support to individual student needs and changing school priorities. The position supports students’ academic, behavioral, functional, and social-emotional growth so they can meaningfully access and participate in their educational environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education.
- Current Wisconsin DPI Special Education teaching license in one of the following areas: Cross-Categorical Special Education (1801 or 2801), Early Childhood Special Education (1809), Emotional Behavioral Disabilities (EBD) (1830), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) (1811), or Cognitive Disabilities / Intellectual Disabilities (ID).
- One of the following Wisconsin educator license tiers: Tier I 1-Year License with Stipulations, Tier II Provisional License, or Tier III Lifetime License.
- Maintain all licenses and certifications in good standing throughout employment.
- Meet all district and state onboarding requirements, including background checks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly with scheduling and documentation.
- Ability to manage a caseload and adapt to changing priorities in a school environment.
- Comfort with basic technology for documentation, communication, and service tracking.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to respond to student needs in real time.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, including FERPA and HIPAA.
- Reliable transportation if travel between school sites is required.
- Ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with IEP development, progress monitoring, and class accommodations.
- Experience supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, and functional needs.
- Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Provide services to students in alignment with IEPs and other individualized support plans.
- Support students’ academic, behavioral, functional, and social-emotional development.
- Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and instructional strategies.
- Deliver instruction in classrooms, small groups, and one-on-one settings.
- Work with general education teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers.
- Participate in and contribute to IEP meetings, team meetings, and progress discussions.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant service documentation and records.
- Support behavior intervention strategies, crisis response, and student support planning.
- Manage caseload responsibilities, including scheduling and service tracking.
- Communicate effectively with school staff and, when appropriate, families.
- Support a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.
- Adapt to changes in student needs, schedules, and school priorities throughout the year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
