Introduction
The Department of Health Services (DHS) , Central Wisconsin Center (CWC) is recruiting for Special Education Teacher. CWC provides short-term and long-term residential services to assist people living with intellectual disabilities in acquiring the personal skills needed to reach their highest potential. CWC is located at 317 Knutson Drive on the north side of Madison.
CWC is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS .
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As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package , including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 6.9% employer match in 2024. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.
• CWC also has a 24/7 fitness center, free parking, and is on the Madison Metro bus route.

This position will typically work Monday-Friday with daytime hours. We offer a team-oriented atmosphere and a focus on work-life balance.
Position Summary
As a Special Education Teacher, you will design and implement a data-based educational program to meet the assessed individual needs of the students, participate on a multidisciplinary team and complete all required paperwork/ documentation/ monitoring of goal progress for both the Cardinal School and the Center, and provide training to others and engage in special projects upon request.
Salary Information
The starting pay is between $26.00 and $34.03 per hour (approximately $54,000 and $70,700 annually) depending on experience, plus excellent benefits. Add-on pay up to an additional $2.97 per hour is available for relevant credits that are above those required for certification. A 12-month probationary period is required.
Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Teacher and in pay schedule and range 13/04.
Job Details
All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by CWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.
DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will one of the following:

• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Cross-Categorical License

Or

• Must be eligible to obtain a WI DPI License with stipulations AND must complete an accredited program for the WI DPI Cross-Categorical License within 3 years. Eligible is defined as your license application is currently in progress with the WI DPI, you currently hold a license in the above category in another state and are eligible to obtain and license in the State of WI, you have a bachelor's degree, or you are licensed in a different category.

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's affairs, click here .
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is July 8 th , 2024, at 11:59 pm.