High School Special Education Teacher

The School District of Shiocton is seeking a pool of candidates for a High School Special Education Teacher. This is a full-time position encompassing five days per week working with our high school aged students in Grades 9-12.

Candidates must be student-centered and fulfill the following requirements:

• Be knowledgeable of Wisconsin's Learning Standards
• Effectively utilize curriculum materials and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Participate in data driven professional learning in order to learn new practices that will improve student learning
• Create a classroom environment resulting in high levels of learning and the personal growth of each student
• Develop positive home/school relationships with diverse family structures
• Utilize assessment data to document student progress and academic/functional skill achievement.
• Provide timely written progress reports to parents/guardians and administration within the guidelines of the district practices including the writing of CCR- IEPs meeting legal requirements and standards
• Work collaboratively with specialists, therapists, and teacher assistants by sharing knowledge, skills, and resources as a member of a supportive team
• Be able to successfully work in self-contained and inclusive teaching environments
• Knowledge and experience in the utilization of behavior management systems including conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments and designing Behavioral Intervention Plans
• Demonstrate the willingness for professional growth
• Trained or willing to be trained in NonViolent Crisis Intervention

Salary/Benefits: Salary is commensurate with background, education, and experience. Benefits include professional development opportunities, paid time off, access to on-site child care services, and complimentary membership to the Shiocton Fitness Center.