INSTRUCTIONAL COACH - HOME AND HOSPITAL TEACHER (SPECIAL EDUCATION)

Milwaukee Public Schools seeks exceptional Central Services Teacher - Home & Hospital (Special Education) candidates who are highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders.

A Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Central Services Teacher - Home & Hospital teacher provides instruction in a home or hospital setting for students with serious medical or psychological conditions that preclude them from physically attending in a school building even with alternative options. Home and Hospital teachers will provide instruction which is appropriate to their educational needs and developmental level. The Central Service Teacher - Home & Hospital teacher supports the MPS Strategic Plan.

Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume.

Applications for this position will be accepted through Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Any questions regarding Job Posting #1030135, can be directed to Donna Edwards at edwardd@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

Eligible candidates must have:

• A valid, special education teaching license (1810, 1811, 1830, or 1801) in one of the following developmental levels: middle childhood/early adolescence, early adolescence/adolescence, or early childhood/adolescence.
• At least five (5) years of fully licensed experience as an elementary, middle or high school special education teacher.
• Reliable transportation with valid WI driver's license - travel to and from student homes/hospitals/schools occurs daily

• Maintains a broad knowledge of all facets related to the teaching assignment relative to the subject and grade level of the students. Uses research-proven practices to improve student achievement.
• Prepares students to meet Wisconsin academic standards, particularly in the areas of Math and English Language Arts.
• Incorporates the learning targets and the goals of the district as approved by the Board of School Directors. Implements Board policies as necessary to improve the educational environment.
• Home and Hospital special education teacher attends all IEP and re-evaluation meetings for students currently enrolled in the Home and Hospital program. Home and Hospital Special Education Teacher consults with school-based IEP team members regarding IEP development.
• Home and Hospital special education teacher will consult with the school-based IEP team to write IEPS that meet DPIs compliance standards and are designed to support the educational progress of students with disabilities.
• Plans and organizes material for instruction and presents and reinforces lessons as appropriate for students confined to their home or hospital setting.
• For all students on their caseload, the Home and Hospital special education teacher works with the classroom teachers and support staff at the student's school of origin to obtain instructional.
• Provides instruction to students in their home, medical daycare, or hospital setting.
• Evaluates student progress on a continuous basis and provides feedback to students, parents and appropriate staff members. Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by state law and Board policies.
• Addresses different learning modalities, including auditory, visual and kinesthetic.
• Uses appropriate positive behavioral support strategies and relates well to the student population in the home/or hospital setting.
• Refers students for additional services as needed.
• Attends special education evaluation meetings as needed for students receiving special education services.
• Participates in staff development programs, staff meetings and extra-curricular activities. Attends educational conventions and conferences to learn and discuss new methodologies for teaching.
• Creates and maintains a positive working relationship with open and ongoing communications with school staff on behalf of students.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date case notes for each student assigned.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The salary range for this position starts at $52,827.70 and increases according to a set salary schedule which is based on years' of work experience as a fully licensed teacher/pupil services educator in a K-12 setting and education beyond a bachelor's degree.

Salary range: $52,827.70 - 99,937.66 (191-day teacher calendar)

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.