Special Education Teacher

Mj Care - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Milwaukee, WI

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing direct educational services to students based on their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). This role involves collaboration with other professionals, communication with parents and teachers regarding student progress, and the planning and delivery of instructional outcomes. The teacher promotes the school's mission and values while ensuring compliance with educational regulations and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Confers with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet the individual needs of the students.
• Collaborates with Lead teachers to incorporate accommodations to the curriculum.
• Helps to develop and implement lesson plans.
• Assists students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects.
• Coordinates and provides necessary and appropriate services for students.
• Guides and reinforces students' understanding of classroom rules and procedures.
• Writes (and updates) goals and objectives for IEPs.
• Organizes and leads IEP meetings and provides necessary documentation.
• Administers and interprets individual formal and informal assessments.
• Documents student achievement and progress toward their objectives and goals.
• Provides progress reports and timely communication with parents/guardians.
• Establishes relationships and maintains regular communication with parents regarding their child's specific needs and accomplishments.
• Maintains all required paperwork to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Provides model of exemplary conduct for students.
• Promotes community through attendance and participation in school events that occur after the school day.

Requirements

• Wisconsin Special Education Teaching Certification.
• Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Certification required before first day with students.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• 1+ years of experience working in a school setting preferred.
• Experience with the needs of a diverse student population (preferred).
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and billing software.
• Ability to use electronic medical records systems accurately and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills including concentration, ability to learn, and good listening.
• Dependable, punctual with a good attendance record.
• Accurate problem solving, organization, attention to detail, and math skills.
• Ability to interact in a personal and professional manner with students, parents, health care professionals and other staff members.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
• Knowledge of and ability to employ good and safe health care practices.

Nice-to-haves

• Additional, ongoing professional development.