Special Education Teacher - Elementary

About Holy Hill Area School District

Located just 30 minutes northwest of Milwaukee, HHASD is a high-achieving district that consistently earns the "Significantly Exceeds Expectations" rating on state report cards. Serving approximately 500 students across two campuses, we combine a supportive, small-school atmosphere with a rigorous commitment to excellence. We are currently the 8th highest rated district in the state and were recently recognized as one of seven districts in the state reaching the highest levels of employee engagement with the Gallup Employee Engagement Survey.

Why Join Friess Lake Elementary?

• Proven Success: Join a school of 290 learners (4K-4th) and 60+ educators dedicated to continuous improvement.
• Strategic Growth: We utilize 100 Day cycles to align our daily work with long-term strategic goals.
• Values-Driven: We model and teach our values. Our culture is built on values such as Respect, Responsibility, Teamwork, Gratitude, Courage, Honesty, Creativity, Empathy, and Perseverance.

Position Overview:

The Holy Hill Area School District is seeking a full-time elementary special education teacher to join the Friess Lake Elementary team. Teachers provide instruction in math, literacy, character development along with academic and behavioral intervention. Teachers are a part of a high performing Professional Learning Community and have common collaborative time along with access to a variety of support from an Instructional Coach, Math and Reading Specialists. Friess Lake Elementary School utilizes the following curriculum resources: Illustrative Mathematics, From Phonics to Reading, Collaborative Classroom for Reading/Writing (new in 2026-27), and Character Strong. We are heavily invested in the PLC and RtI at Work process to support professional growth and layers of instruction for all students to succeed at high levels.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Core Mindset

• High-Expectations: Unwavering belief in the potential of all learners.
• Growth-Oriented: Committed to professional growth
• Mission-Driven: Passionate, knowledgeable, positive, and proactive

Instructional Expertise

• Systems Proficient: Experienced in PLC and RtI at Work frameworks.
• Curriculum/Intervention Knowledgeable: Experience with academic and behavioral interventions
• Engagement Expert: Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Neurodiversity & Disability Support: Experience creating inclusive, supportive learning environments for students with a wide range of exceptionalities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emotional Behavioral Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Intellectual Disabilities.

Relational Leadership

• Master Communicator: Skilled at engaging students, staff, families, and the community.
• Relationship Builder: Able to foster deep rapport and trust across all stakeholders.
• Collaborative & Organized: A team-oriented professional who is both efficient and dependable.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Administer formalized assessments to guide targeted instruction, establish student goals, and provide feedback to stakeholders.
• Routinely monitor and document student progress toward academic and behavioral goals.
• Provide specially designed instruction and support for students within the general education environment.
• Effectively balance and manage student needs across multiple grade levels.
• Provide clear direction, training, and support for paraprofessionals working within assigned grades.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to develop and implement effective classroom accommodations.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with students that foster academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Utilize district-approved Response to Intervention (RTI) strategies to support diverse learners.
• Actively participate in the school's social, emotional, and behavioral initiatives, CharacterStrong curriculum, and restorative practices.
• Engage productively with colleagues within a Professional Learning Community (PLC).
• Seek continuously learning and participate in all school and district-level professional development.

Additional Requirements:

References - 3 current references - one current supervisor