Special Education Teacher (47196)

SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS INC • Milwaukee, WI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Seton Catholic Schools is seeking a compassionate, organized, and relationship-driven Special Education Teacher to join their transformational educational system. This role is vital in empowering students, families, and educators through a faith-filled Catholic education. The Special Education Teacher will provide oversight and management of Individualized Catholic Education Plans (ICEPs), track academic progress, implement interventions, collaborate with staff, and promote inclusive practices. This position involves daily travel between two school locations: Catholic East and Prince of Peace School.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of educators and support staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using technology and educational software for assessment and instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with MTSS processes and implementing academic interventions preferred.
• Experience with Evaluation and IEP Processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of assigned students’ Individualized Catholic Education Plans (ICEPs) to ensure services, goals, and accommodations are implemented effectively.
• Monitor and maintain Individualized Catholic Education Plans (ICEPs) within the AbleSpace online ICEP information system for assigned students.
• Develop measurable, data-driven goals aligned with student needs.
• Ensure accommodations and modifications are clearly documented and implemented.
• Serve as the primary case manager for assigned students, tracking academic progress and skill development.
• Identify students who may require additional supports or services.
• Maintain accurate student documentation in AbleSpace.
• Collect and review progress monitoring data related to ICEP goals.
• Ensure service providers contribute relevant progress data.
• Prepare quarterly progress reports for families.
• Communicate student progress with teachers, providers, and school leadership.
• Support students through targeted academic interventions and collaboration with classroom teachers.
• Use MAP and i-Ready data to identify students requiring additional academic support.
• Support the development of reading and math intervention groups.
• Monitor student progress and adjust supports as needed.
• Assist in collecting academic and behavioral data for students being considered for referral.
• Support documentation of interventions and progress monitoring prior to referral discussions.
• Participate in student support discussions with school teams.
• Support paraprofessionals and educational assistants in implementing accommodations and inclusive support for students.
• Provide direct instructional support and promote inclusive practices within general education classrooms.
• Provide push-in or small-group instruction for students with learning needs.
• Support teachers in implementing differentiated instruction.
• Model instructional strategies that support diverse learners.
• Support the development of accommodations based on student learning needs and educational data.
• Ensure accommodations outlined in ICEPs are consistently implemented.
• Assist teachers in establishing classroom systems that support accommodations.
• Provide guidance to teachers regarding appropriate accommodations and supports.
• Collaborate with teachers and school teams to review the effectiveness of accommodations and recommend adjustments.
• Advocate for inclusive classroom environments.
• Support teachers in implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies.
• Support evaluation processes by contributing student data and instructional insights.
• Participate in evaluation and IEP meetings when appropriate.
• Share instructional observations and student performance data.
• Collaborate with school teams to ensure evaluations reflect accurate student needs.
• Assist in gathering academic and behavioral data needed for evaluation discussions.
• Ensure intervention documentation and progress monitoring data are available when referrals are considered.
• Contribute to the development of Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLOAAFP) by gathering information from teachers, service providers, interventionists, and counselors.
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to support student success.
• Participate in student support meetings or culture team meetings when appropriate.
• Communicate regularly with school leadership regarding student progress.
• Maintain communication with families regarding student progress and support services.
• Share Quarterly progress reports and respond to family questions.
• Meet weekly with a member of the Special Education team.
• Attend student support meetings and evaluation meetings as needed.
• Engage in ongoing professional development including PIE Modules, Professional book studies, and Network professional development opportunities.

Benefits

• Full-Time, 10 month Salary

What This Job Offers

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