25-26 - Muir - Early Childhood Teacher - 1.0 FTE (40 hpw)

Madison Metropolitan School District; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent school district in Wisconsin seeks a passionate Early Childhood Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves instructing young students, developing educational plans, and fostering a collaborative team environment. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Wisconsin teaching license.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Wisconsin teaching license for Early Childhood Special Education.
• Experience with special education compliance and assessments is required.
• Ability to use assistive technology is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff and families to support student development.
• Conduct assessments and develop IEPs for students.
• Provide student instruction using positive behavioral strategies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Assessment Skills

Behavior Intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Wisconsin teaching license in Early Childhood Special Education

Job description

25-26 - Muir - Early Childhood Teacher - 1.0 FTE (40 hpw)

25-26 - Muir - Early Childhood Teacher - 1.0 FTE (40 hpw)

Student Services

Length of Contract: 192 days

Employment Type: Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the 2025-2026 school year. Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework , and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

For more information on our teacher screening and selection process, please visit our TEACH Madison webpage .

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Essential Functions:

Work as a collaborative team member with staff and families

Instruct and monitor special education assistants and related staff

Assess the overall development of children, use appropriate formal and informal assessments to monitor progress, develop individual educational plans (IEPs), conduct reevaluations

Recruit and manage peer models

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Adhere to IDEA compliance (timelines and procedures) related to IEPs (annuals & review/revise) and re-evaluations

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing and provide progress to parents and staff

Use of intentional instructional strategies to support EC student goal progress

Skilled in functional behavioral assessments and able to create behavior intervention plans utilizing positive behavioral interventions

Ability to work with school staff to effectively transition children to 4K and/or 5K

Knowledgeable of the needs of preschool children and best practices in early childhood education

Knowledgeable of Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards to inform the individual education program

Skilled in the assessment and use of assistive technology

Other duties as assigned

Cultural Competence

High Expectations for Every Student

Instructional Practice

Resilience & Results Orientation

Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset

Student & Family Engagement

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree. Official transcripts are required for formal employment.

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching license in Early Childhood Special Education.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis. MMSD will consider applicants who are fully licensed before considering applicants who are not yet licensed.

If you do not already have an active Wisconsin teaching license, you must obtain and maintain the necessary license(s) for the position. An application must be on file within 30 days of starting your employment with MMSD. Failure to do so will result in your contract being voided.

The district does not provide financial support for the continued education that is required to achieve the certification. The district does not select or endorse any particular certification program that leads to the required Wisconsin teaching license. An unlicensed candidate can be considered, but they must be hired by a school district in order to apply for a One-Year License with Stipulations with DPI.

To search DPI-approved certification programs: https://dpi.wi.gov/licensing/pathways-licensure

Possess valid driver's license and have vehicle to travel to various sites for PD, home visits, etc.

Next Steps:

Upon submitting, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Based on your application materials, a hiring manager may reach out to you to schedule an interview.

Candidates who have indicated fluency in Spanish and/or Hmong are invited to apply for our bilingual positions as well. If interested in a bilingual position, candidates would be asked to complete reading, writing, and oral language proficiency assessments.

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the individual so classified.

Working Conditions:

School-based positions are required to be in-person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.

Disclaimer: This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.You must apply on our career page to be considered for this opportunity.