Float Special Education Teacher

Genesee Community Services; Town of Oconomowoc (WI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee Lake School seeks a Float- Special Education Teacher to support students with disabilities across classrooms and settings. This flexible position adapts to evolving needs rather than being tied to one classroom long-term.

You will collaborate with families, therapists, and teams to deliver individualized instruction, assist in IEP processes, and promote seamless student support. The role emphasizes professional growth and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Elementary/Secondary Education, Human Services, or related field.
• State Teaching Certification in Special Education or General Education (or eligible for alternative/provisional licensure).
• Strong communication, empathy, team leadership, and trauma-informed care are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review records of incoming students and determine classroom inclusion.
• Step in as temporary IEP case manager to ensure IEPs are updated and aligned with student needs.
• Collaborate with families, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to support IEP development and service delivery.
• Lead IEP meetings, maintain compliance, and monitor student goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Team leadership

Trauma-informed care

Student-centered approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

**Overview****Genesee Lake School** is currently seeking a **Float- Special Education Teacher** to join their team! The Float SPED teacher will serve as a co-teacher, to assist in providing specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities across a variety of classrooms and instructional settings. This is a flexible, float teaching position, designed to support students and teams based on evolving needs rather than being assigned to a single classroom long-term. ## **Roles & Responsibilities:*** Review records of incoming students and be prepared to include students in the classroom* Step in as a temporary IEP case manager when needed, ensuring IEPs are updated, implemented, and aligned with student needs.* Adapt to changes in IEP case management responsibilities, stepping in when a teacher is unavailable to maintain seamless student support.* Collaborate with families, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to support IEP development and service delivery when serving in a classroom teacher role.* Assist in leading IEP meetings, maintain compliance, and ensure accurate progress monitoring and documentation for student goals.* Completes and submits necessary paperwork, daily lesson plans, instructional data, behavior data, and weekly summaries or paperwork deadlines as assigned to the immediate supervisor or designee in a timely fashion as scheduled per students assigned.* Demonstrates flexibility in meeting changing student needs of all classrooms, including new enrollments and schedule changes, per immediate supervisors’ direction.* Provides leadership and direction to staff responsible for supporting the classroom.* Promotes respect and rapport between all members of the learning environment.* Develops and implements overall classroom Individualized Education and Crisis Cycle plans and individualizes these for specific students as necessary, as well as incorporating recommendations from team members.* Utilizes proactive classroom behavior management approaches that are consistent with the goals and needs of the classroom students and aligns with MyPath therapeutic models.* Incorporates new instructional models and assessment techniques to assure optimum educational standards and ability to reach students’ changing needs.* Acts as a role model and sets an appropriate example for students, staff, and the community. Always presents self in a professional manner and demonstrates good decision-making and problem-solving. ## **What We’re Looking For:** * **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Elementary/Secondary Education, Human Services, or a related field* **Certification:** State Teaching Certification in Special Education or General Education (or eligible for alternative/provisional licensure).* **Skills:** Strong communication, empathy, team leadership, and a commitment to trauma-informed, student-centered care.* **Mindset:** Growth-oriented, adaptable, and eager to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. ## **What We Offer / Perks:*** **Manageable Class Sizes:** Average of 6–10 students per classroom for true individualized instruction.* **Built-in Support:** Classroom aides and behavior specialists working right alongside you.* **Mentorship & Career Growth:** Hands-on support from experienced educators and administrative leaders.* **Comprehensive Benefits:** Health, vision, dental, retirement plan options, **generous paid time off,** and professional development support.* **Competitive Salaries:** Range from $56,500- $75,500 starting (based on experience + licensure)