FULL-TIME POSITION
HOURS: 40+
DEADLINE TO APPLY
One City Schools believes in identifying and hiring the best possible candidates to serve our scholars, families and school community. Our positions remain open until we identify the best possible candidate (skillset and fit) to join our team.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Special Education Case Manager is responsible for overseeing the Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students receiving special education services, ensuring full compliance with state and federal regulations. Case Manager also provide educational service minutes for scholars on their case load as the primary function of their job responsibilities.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
One City’s Special Education Teachers oversee, inform and support the education and training of students with physical, emotional, cognitive, and learning disabilities. They design and deliver lessons geared towards the individual needs and capabilities of students under their supervision. They adapt classroom lessons and projects, and teach various subjects, such as reading, writing, and math, to students with mild and moderate disabilities.
They also teach basic skills, such as literacy and communication techniques, to students who need it. Overall, they assure that all students receive a high quality and inspiring learning experience that helps them achieve to their full potential. They also provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-esteem is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality is respected.
Specific performance responsibilities include:
- Assesses students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop instructional plans
- Adapts lessons and projects to meet the needs of students
- Develops Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student
- Plans, organizes, and assigns activities that are specific to each student’s abilities
- Teaches, guides and mentors students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
- Implements IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress
- Updates IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals
- Discusses student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, and outside professionals as necessary and appropriate
- Supervises and mentors teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities
- Prepares and helps students transition from grade to grade and if they relocate or leave to attend another school
- Monitors and supervises effective classroom and school-wide structures that promote active, student-driven learning and positive student behavior and safety
- Maintains an orderly, academically-focused classroom environment and effective management of instructional materials and records;
- Keeps current in knowledge and practice of the curriculum, child development and relevant theories of learning, and be willing to share their knowledge for continual improvement of One City’s educational program and curriculum.
- Assists in on-going curriculum reviews, including offering feedback on school and program effectiveness.
- Becomes acquainted with supplemental materials and services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.
- Builds and maintains positive and engaging relationships with parents/families and work cooperatively with them to strengthen the educational program for their children.
- Utilizes effective practices for community building, including rituals and traditions that build a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
- Utilizes authentic formative and summative assessments to gauge learning, guide instruction, and provide timely feedback to students;
- Participates in regular and ongoing professional development efforts and working collaboratively with grade band/level planning to constantly improve professional practice;
- Participate fully and positively in a staff culture and the relentless pursuit of our mission; and
- Works cooperatively with grade level and the school team in all areas of instruction, assessment, documentation, parent/guardian involvement, and classroom management.
ROLE SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Psychology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
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Valid Wisconsin Special Education teaching or administrative license.
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Thorough knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and other relevant federal and state laws.
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain detailed records.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and staff.
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Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
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Strong commitment to the mission, vision, goals and objectives of One City.
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Commitment to working with children from diverse racial/cultural populations and their families, experience preferred.
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Detailed oriented, thorough, meticulous, and focused on accuracy
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Ability to regularly and routinely lift and push at least 50 pounds.
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Completion of a background check required.
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
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Model One City’s Habits of Character: integrity, self-respect, compassion, perseverance and a willingness to encourage and allow scholars to take risks;
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Maintain appropriate work habits, including punctual, consistent attendance and appropriate use of planning time;
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Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues while demonstrating commitment to teamwork;
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Strive to communicate the positive aspects of One City Schools to the public in word and deed;
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Help maintain a clean, orderly and welcoming educational environment and facility;
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At all times and shows grace and support when engaging children, parents and guests who utilize or visit One City;
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Demonstration of excellence with judgment, decision making, problem-solving skills and an innovative mindset;
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Energetic, flexible and open-minded; a willingness to embrace strategic change based on best interests of our scholars;
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Self-reflective and proactive with a growth mindset, including the desire to receive and give feedback.
WHAT WE OFFER TEACHERS: COMPENSATION AND EVALUATION
One City offers salaries and wages that are competitive within our local market and area public schools, as well as comprehensive benefits to all full-time employees.
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Salaries: Dependent on education, experience and demonstrated impact on student achievement
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11-month assignment with a standard work-day and dedicated planning time each week
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Comprehensive professional development in student-driven, project-based learning models
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Generous time-off program, including 14 Days of PTO and holidays, spring break and winter break (follows MMSD)
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Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental and vision)
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Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
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Your age-eligible child automatically admitted to an open seat at One City Schools
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Life Insurance and Long-term Disability
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Employee Assistance Plan
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Compensation will be consistent with One City’s approved compensation plan as stipulated by the Board of Directors.
BACKGROUND ON ONE CITY SCHOOLS
Established in 2014, One City Schools, Inc. is a nonprofit school management organization based in Madison, Wisconsin that operates high quality preschools and public charter 4K - 12 schools in Wisconsin. One City's mission is to seed a new model of public education that ensures children and teens are on track to succeed in a college or career preparatory program from birth through high school graduation. We are dedicated to ensuring that our Scholars live and lead with good character, practice self-care and personal wellness, and possess the requisite knowledge, skills, motivation, adaptability, and preparation to make the world better through acts of community service, and whatever careers or occupations they will choose in the future.
One City Preschool (OCP) is an accredited, award-winning, tuition-based early childhood learning center operated by One City Schools, Inc. that serves children ages 3 months through 4 years. We facilitate and support your child’s early learning, development, and wellness within a play-based learning environment, which leads to their success and a joy for learning in grade school and beyond. OCP is accredited by the City of Madison (WI) Child Care Division and recognized as a 5-Star (out of 5) childcare program by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. Note: OCP also operates a preschool serving infants and one-year-olds, but these age levels are currently only available to the staff of One City Schools.
One City Elementary School (OCES) is a tuition-free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing children in grades 4K to 5 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2018 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCES empowers its young scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on reading, writing and STEM, along with personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high-quality work, equips children for success in middle school and beyond.
One City Preparatory Academy (OCPA) is a tuition-free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing young people in grades 6 through 12 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2022 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCPA empowers its scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high-quality work equips its students for success in high school, college and beyond.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
One City is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all team members and applicants, and to maintaining a work environment in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
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