Physical Education Teacher - Milwaukee Youth Facility

Physical Education Teacher - Milwaukee Youth Facility

The Department of Corrections, Division of Juvenile Corrections, is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of youth placed in our care. Juvenile Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of youth through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill a Physical Education Teacher position, located at the new Juvenile Type 1 Facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is a re‑announcement; those who applied previously need not apply again.

This position will develop and implement a program of educational services specific to the needs of the male and/or female juvenile offender population. The teacher will provide individual and group instruction; will evaluate student progress; and will prescribe necessary remediation and/or academic support services. The teacher will also complete all required documentation related to student assessment and related reports; evaluate academic records in a timely manner;

monitor and manage student behavior; and attend relevant institutional staffings/meetings.

This position is in pay schedule and range 13‑04, a starting rate of $30.00/hour – $35.06/hour, plus excellent benefits. This position may receive supplemental pay, up to $2.97/hour, for additional credits relevant to the position that are over and above the credits needed for certification. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire.

A probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance – excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Pension plan – an exceptional plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• Well Wisconsin Program – helps participants set health and well‑being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program – offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well‑being.

Special Requirement
:

Certification by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction as a Physical Education Teacher (#1530) for Early Adolescence through Adolescence (grades 6‑12) or (K‑12).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre‑employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre‑employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

Our teachers work twelve months out of the year.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­rmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service‑connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non‑Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non‑competitive appointment.