Social Studies Teacher

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Our mission is to advance equitable, transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop learners, schools, libraries, and communities in Wisconsin. Working at DPI offers you the opportunity to build on our long-standing commitment to public education so that students are learning the skills and knowledge necessary to become contributing members of our communities.

At DPI, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our organizational values, which include belonging, integrity, love, humility, and honor. These values guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. When employees are respected and valued for who they are and staff are held accountable for demonstrating that respect to others, we believe it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

We invest in our employees both at work and beyond. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, employees receive access to an Employee Assistance Program with wellness resources, two hours of paid wellness time each month, and eight hours of paid volunteer time each calendar year to support causes that matter to them. We have a team-oriented atmosphere and focus on work-life balance.

The Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (WSBVI) within the Division of Access and Opportunity is seeking applicants for a Social Studies Teacher position. This position is a full time, school year position (88% full-time equivalency). WSBVI offers a comprehensive education to students who are blind or visually impaired. The school features small class sizes with individualized instruction, the latest assistive technology, and accessible materials.

This position provides Social Studies instruction for students who are blind or have low vision, including those who may have additional disabilities. The incumbent works in conjunction with a teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) and special education teacher to effectively provide instruction in the area of Social Studies and to Middle and High School students of varying academic levels to meet grade level state standards.

This position includes the use of innovative techniques, equipment, materials, and modified classroom activities to better meet the needs of students who are blind or have low vision. The Social Studies Teacher will evaluate student skills and needs; prepare objectives; complete progress reports; consult with staff, other professionals, and parents.

This position is in the Teacher classification. It is a 0.88 FTE and considered a full-time school-year position. Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $30.00 - $35.76 per hour (approximately $54,912 - $65,455 per year, prorated for the 0.88 FTE). For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at time of hire.

This position is in pay schedule 13, range 04. A one-year probationary period will be required. Check out the excellent benefits this position offers on the Employee Trust Fund’s information page. The State of Wisconsin is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This is a full-time, school-year position with potential opportunities to work during select summer programs, when available. Typical hours for this position are 7:30am –…