High School Special Education Teacher
Description Special Education: Horace Mann High School is seeking a cross-categorical special education teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position consists of case managing, developing, and implementing IEPs for students with disabilities with a focus on least restrictive educational environments and opportunities, and working collaboratively with special and general education teachers and support staff to help our students achieve their fullest potential for success now and in the future. Overall Expectations: Your role is to come to school prepared to be the best version of yourself, as an individual who is concerned for others and gives respect to all. Enter each day curious and work to contribute as well as demonstrate your skills. Participate in the NFDL school community and represent yourself in the best possible way in and out of school always. Qualities you need to do the job to be successful in NFDLTime management.Management and preparation for learningAbility to work with othersEmpathyWillingness to take risksAcceptance of the learning associated with failureCompletion of your tasksOwnership of your successDemonstration of your knowledge and learning Leadership Responsibilities:Maintain optimismBe curiousBe grittyCare for others and yourselfRepresent our school, our staff in the community with dignity and prideBe a role model for your fellow colleagues and students. Full Benefit Package:WI Retirement, Health, Dental and Life Insurance, Long and Short Term Disability, Paid Personal Days, Paid Holidays, Accumulative Sick Leave, Flexible Spending or Health Saving Accounts, 403(b) Voluntary Retirement Accounts, Health and Financial Wellness Program, Professional Development, optional payroll deduction for savings products, Employee Assistance Program.The School District of North Fond du Lac is located five miles north of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin in Fond du Lac County. We serve over 1550 pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students. Contact: Duane Hartkopf dhartkopt@nfdlschools.org 920-929-3740 Years of Experience: 0 Degree: Bachelor Certification Requirement:Cross-Categorical Special Education (1801) or enrollment in an approved program toward certification.Cover LetterResumeLetters of RecommendationReferencesTranscripts and Licenses/Certification Required Qualifications and Responsibilities:Plan and deliver effective instruction to students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods that provide students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.Ability to collaborate with special and general education colleagues to improve student learning.Willingness and ability to build relationships and engage with families.Use data to adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests and perform other related duties as assigned.Knowledgeable in Wisconsin state standards and be able to modify and adapt the curriculum to meet individual student learning needs.Understand the IEP process and have the ability to assist in the evaluation of children possessing a variety of disabilities.Understanding of the developmental stages of literacy and use of developmentally appropriate practices and strategies.Strong communications skills, both written and oral, and interpersonal skills.Ability to be flexible and work well with support staff, parents, and administration