Special Education Teacher

Overview

The Richardson School in Madison is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join their team. The school provides alternative placement for students with significant needs and behavioral concerns.

• Develop and implement overall classroom management plan.
• Aid the instructional coach in the development and implementation of crisis cycle and sensory profiles of the student caseload.
• Update progress and participate as an IEP team member as the primary author.
• Collaborate and lead instructional aides working in your classroom.
• Manage a caseload of 7-10 students.
• Complete 3-4 weeks of training to become fully certified in therapeutic approaches.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certified by the State of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction in one of the following licenses:
  Cross-Categorical Special Education (1801), Intellectual Disabilities (1811), or Emotional Behavioral Disabilities (1830).
• Experience working with individuals who display needs in autism, cognitive delays, EBD, mental health, and other related disabilities preferred.

• Schedule:
  
  8‑4pm during the school year + Extended School Year availability.
• Pay range: $54‑71k annually, based on education and experience.
• Signing bonus: $3,000 for any SPED licensed candidate hired.
• PTO:
  Year‑round pay to cover all breaks + summer; 5 personal days + 5 sick days.
• Competitive benefits for full‑time employees.
• Tuition assistance for higher education.

The Richardson School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. This role is open to all qualified applicants regardless of gender, race, disability, or any other protected category.