TEACHER - SPECIAL EDUCATION DISTRICTWIDE (2026-27)

THIS IS AN INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY.

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY TO MILWAUKEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS.

JOB SUMMARY

Milwaukee Public Schools is actively recruiting qualified candidates for Special Education Teacher positions.

A Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) teacher provides an instructional program for students which is appropriate to their educational needs and developmental level. The educational program is offered in an equitable, multi-cultural setting and teaches all children to think deeply, critically, and creatively. The teacher supports the MPS strategic plan.

Applications for Special Education Teachers are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources. All applicants must upload the following items to the application:

• A current resume
• Official degree-conferred college transcripts

If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, please email them to Talent Management Specialist, Pa N. Xiong, at: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

QUALIFICATIONS

Eligible applicants MUST:

• Have a bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university
• Hold a content area teacher license
• If you are not a licensed teacher, you must be willing to enroll in a licensing program within one semester of hire. Unlicensed applicants may reach out to an MPSU Talent Development Specialist to learn how to find a licensure program at: mps_u@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains a broad knowledge of all facets related to the teaching assignment as related to the subject and grade level of the students.
• Uses research-proven practices to improve student achievement.
• Implements Board policies as necessary to improve the educational environment.
• Plans and organizes material for instruction and presents and reinforces lessons as appropriate.
• Addresses different learning modalities, including auditory, visual, and kinesthetic.
• Uses appropriate classroom management strategies and relates well to the student population.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SALARY

The teacher salary range starts at $54,386.11 and increases according to the set salary schedule based on education beyond the required bachelor''s degree and previous years of fully licensed K-12 teaching experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application, including the online submission of a current resume and degree conferred transcripts on the MPS Employment website: https://www.milwaukeepublicschools.org/about/employment

Qualified applicants will be sent a notice to complete an online interview using our interview software, VidCruiter. The notice for the interview will be sent via email from careers@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

Please contact Talent Management Specialist, Pa N. Xiong, with any questions: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test, and credential verification.