Special Education Teacher
Madison, Wisconsin
Employer: State of Wisconsin
Industry: Health Services
Salary: $29.00 - $37.00 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Introduction
The Department of Health Services (DHS) , Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) is currently recruiting for a Special Education Teacher within the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC).
MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, specializing in serving patients with complex psychiatric conditions, often combined with certain problem behaviors. A secure setting to meet the legal and behavioral needs of our patients is provided. MMHI is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system.
As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package , including:
Our diversity, equity and inclusion team strives to hire, develop and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. We promote professional growth and create a healthy work/life balance and inclusive culture.
Position Summary
As the Special Education Teacher, you will provide educational services in the MJTC. This position is responsible for all individual education plan (IEP) documentation associated with the patient's status, including designing the draft and completing the final IEPs, and all IEP meeting responsibilities and requirements. Duties include:
Salary Information
Starting salary is between $29.00 and $37.00 per hour ($60,300 and $76,900 per year), depending on qualifications. A 12-month probationary period is required. Add-on pay up to an additional $2.97 per hour is available for relevant educational credits that are above those required for certification.
Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. The classification for this position is Teacher and pay schedule/range is 13/04.
Job Details
All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a Caregiver background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.
All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the facility or medical personnel directed by the facility within 30 days of the start date.
DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will have the following:
How To Apply
Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Sign in to your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Helpful Information:
Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The Department of Health Services (DHS) , Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) is currently recruiting for a Special Education Teacher within the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC).
MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, specializing in serving patients with complex psychiatric conditions, often combined with certain problem behaviors. A secure setting to meet the legal and behavioral needs of our patients is provided. MMHI is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system.
As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package , including:
- 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
- Top rated health plan options starting at $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
- Premium pension plan with at least a 6.9% employer match in 2024. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
- Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Our diversity, equity and inclusion team strives to hire, develop and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. We promote professional growth and create a healthy work/life balance and inclusive culture.
Position Summary
As the Special Education Teacher, you will provide educational services in the MJTC. This position is responsible for all individual education plan (IEP) documentation associated with the patient's status, including designing the draft and completing the final IEPs, and all IEP meeting responsibilities and requirements. Duties include:
- Being the primary school liaison with the patient's family and/or guardian as appropriate. Instructional delivery is consistent with the Wisconsin Academic Standards for patients not yet graduated from high school.
- Planning and delivering instruction as well as monitoring student progress for all instructional areas.
- Providing consultative services to community agencies and schools in regard to education programs and services at the MJTC.
Salary Information
Starting salary is between $29.00 and $37.00 per hour ($60,300 and $76,900 per year), depending on qualifications. A 12-month probationary period is required. Add-on pay up to an additional $2.97 per hour is available for relevant educational credits that are above those required for certification.
Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. The classification for this position is Teacher and pay schedule/range is 13/04.
Job Details
All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a Caregiver background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.
All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the facility or medical personnel directed by the facility within 30 days of the start date.
DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will have the following:
- Licensure or eligible for licensure by the Department of Public Instruction in one of the following areas: Cross Categorical Special Education (1801), Emotional Behavioral Disability (1830), or Learning Disabilities (1811)
- Eligible is defined as your license application is currently in progress with the WI Department of Instruction or you currently hold a license in one of the above categories in another state and are eligible to obtain licensure in the State of Wisconsin.
- Experience working with students with significant behaviors and mental health needs.
- Experience using trauma informed best practices which includes understanding the impact of trauma.
How To Apply
Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Sign in to your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Helpful Information:
- Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
- You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline.
- Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
- Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
- If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs .
- For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Allyvia Vang in Human Resources at allyviam.vang@dhs.wisconsin.gov .
Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Created: 2024-09-06
Reference: 15399
Country: United States
State: Wisconsin
City: Madison
ZIP: 53706
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