26-27 Upper Elementary School 3rd-5th Grade Special Education Teacher

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy•Milwaukee, WI

13d•$48,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aug Prep is hiring an Upper Elementary School Special Education Teacher to serve students in grades 3–5 at its South Campus. The role is full-time during the 10-month school year, reports to the Director of Student Services, and has a desired start date of ASAP. The teacher plans and provides specialized instruction in a range of educational settings to help students with disabilities access the general education curriculum. Instruction is adapted to students’ academic, social, emotional, developmental, sensory, language, cognitive, and behavioral needs, including through individualized education programs (IEPs), supplemental aids, accommodations, and positive behavioral supports. The teacher monitors student growth, maintains records, communicates with families, and collaborates with administrators and multidisciplinary professionals to develop and implement IEPs and effective interventions. The position also includes crisis intervention when needed, participation in multidisciplinary teams, and support for required reporting. The teacher is expected to promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment, contribute to students’ holistic development, and communicate and work collaboratively with the school community. Aug Prep is a faith-based school community that emphasizes excellence, faith, holistic education, and professional growth. The school expects employees to support its mission and model, demonstrate integrity, and adhere to its biblical standards of conduct.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Active participation in a Christian church.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate student records, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams.
Commitment to the St. Augustine Prep mission and model and ability to work as a team player.
Demonstrate the highest integrity and ability to live the values, beliefs, and culture of St. Augustine Prep.
Agree with the school’s Mission Statement and Statement of Beliefs and adhere to its biblical standards of conduct.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with special needs.
Relevant licensure; a state teaching license is not required.
Bilingual skills in Spanish.
Experience with urban youth.
Ability to use technology to engage students and deepen learning.
Knowledge of specialized instructional strategies, IEPs, differentiated instruction, and positive behavioral support practices.

Responsibilities

Plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings, supporting access to the general education curriculum through specialized instruction, supplemental aids, accommodations, and other supports.
Provide direct and indirect instructional support in a positive learning environment.
Develop and implement individualized and small-group instruction by adapting the K4–12 approved curriculum to students’ academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs.
Use specialized instructional strategies and techniques to support sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, memory, and academic development.
Use varied instructional methods, including phonetics, multisensory learning, repetition, and technology, to address students’ needs and learning styles.
Modify general education curriculum and instructional strategies based on student needs, academic data, IEPs, and classroom interventions.
Teach and reinforce socially appropriate behaviors in alignment with IEPs and the school’s positive behavioral support systems.
Establish learning objectives, plan lessons and activities, and maintain classroom procedures that promote a safe and supportive environment.
Monitor and evaluate students’ academic, social, and emotional growth; maintain accurate records; and prepare progress reports in a timely manner.
Develop and implement communication, monitoring, and follow-up strategies for students in inclusive classroom settings.
Meet and communicate with parents and guardians about student progress, priorities, and individualized educational needs.
Collaborate with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop and implement IEPs supporting students’ educational, physical, social, and emotional development.
Identify student needs, make appropriate referrals, and assist in collecting data for classroom interventions and individualized plans.
Provide crisis intervention as needed for students, including those in inclusive classroom settings.
Serve on multidisciplinary teams and help prepare data for local, state, and federal reports as required.
Maintain complete and accurate student records in accordance with applicable laws, school policies, and administrative requirements.
Take primary responsibility for the social, emotional, and academic development of assigned students while recognizing their individual needs and potential.
Ensure students receive a high-quality educational experience that promotes achievement and growth.
Serve as a cultural and spiritual role model by treating students and families respectfully and demonstrating God’s love.
Communicate proactively and consistently with students, families, and colleagues about student progress, classroom activities, and school initiatives.
Work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues, supervisors, students, parents or guardians, and community members to foster positive relationships and an inclusive learning environment.
Pursue professional growth through meetings, collaborative planning, professional development, coursework, workshops, seminars, and in-service opportunities.
Contribute flexibly as part of a team in service of students and perform related duties as required to support students and the school community.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Employer-sponsored disability coverage
$2,500 per year for college courses or professional development for each full-time employee
Classroom supplies fund
Curriculum and technology resources
Field trips
State-of-the-art facilities, including sports complexes, performing arts centers, classrooms, and swimming pools
Professional development opportunities