Program Support Teacher; PST; Occupational Therapist; OT; Doyle - FTE - SY

Student Services

Doyle Administration Building

Minimum Compensation: $52,154

Length of

Contract:

192

Employment Type:

Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants! Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community.

We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page and compensation page for more information.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel  achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Under the direct supervision of Associate Superintendent of Student Services, the primary role of the Special Education Program Support Teacher (PST) for Occupational Therapy (OT) in the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is to support OT and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) staff who educate students with disabilities. In fulfilling this role, the PST OT provides services to MMSD special and regular education staff, students, and administrators.

Also the PST OT collaborates with families and community service providers.

This position will have a high degree of integrity, sustain a culture of continuous improvement, and be committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment while having a growth mindset to a multi-faceted operation while having a focus on creating a positive work culture.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

• Staff Training and Support - 50%
• Program Support and Information Management 45%
• Identify or assist with assistive technology needs unique to students with motor and/or sensory concerns.
• Serve as a consultant on IEP teams as needed.
• Provide OT assessment information to special education coordinator(s) and IEP teams regarding physical accessibility of the location(s) of a students’ education program across MMSD.
• Gather and organize information to be used by administration in making program and staff decisions and responding to local and state reporting.
• Participate as assigned on District level committees, project teams, staff development projects, work…