Special Education Teacher

RCM Healthcare Services; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life/AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

Paid sick leave

401(k) plan

Job summary

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an onsite middle school opportunity with Sun Prairie Area School District in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. The role supports a self-contained behavior-focused classroom for students in grades 6–8 and collaborates with a dedicated SEA throughout the day.

The candidate will support students with behavioral, academic, social-emotional, and individualized needs in a structured setting, developing IEPs and coordinating with staff and

Qualifications

• Experience with students who have behavioral and special education needs.
• Strong classroom and behavior management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized instruction and behavioral supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction in a self-contained middle school behavior program.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs.
• Provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support in a structured classroom.

Skills

Behavior management

IEP development

Communication skills

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Special Education Teacher – Middle School Behavior Program

Hourly Rate: $50-55 per hour

Location: Sun Prairie, WI

Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an onsite middle school opportunity with Sun Prairie Area School District in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.

This position supports a self-contained behavior-focused classroom for students in grades 6–8. The classroom is staffed with one Special Education Teacher and one Special Education Assistant (SEA) who provides support throughout the school day. Students have varying levels of participation in the general education setting, with some accessing electives, academic classes, and other programming alongside their peers while others receive most or all of their instruction within the self-contained classroom.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable supporting students with behavioral, academic, social-emotional, and individualized educational needs in a structured classroom environment.

Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift

• Start date: As soon as possible
• Shift details: School-day schedule
• Setting: Middle School, Grades 6–8
• Classroom: Self-contained behavior program
• Classroom support: One SEA assigned to the classroom throughout the school day

Key Duties

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students in a self-contained middle school behavior program
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on student needs
• Provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support within a structured classroom environment
• Implement individualized accommodations, modifications, behavior supports, and instructional strategies
• Support students as they participate in general education electives, academic classes, and other inclusive programming as appropriate
• Collect and document student progress and behavioral data to guide instructional decisions
• Collaborate closely with the classroom SEA, general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families
• Maintain accurate IEP documentation, progress reports, and other required special education records
• Participate in IEP meetings, staff meetings, professional development, and other required school activities
• Promote a safe, supportive, and consistent classroom environment that encourages student growth and independence

Requirements

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Appropriate Wisconsin teaching license or certification for the assignment
• Required district and state clearances must be completed prior to placement

Skills

• Experience or demonstrated ability working with students with behavioral and special education needs
• Strong classroom and behavior management skills
• Ability to develop and implement individualized instruction and behavioral supports
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with paraprofessionals, teachers, families, related service providers, and school administrators

Benefits

Per Diem / Temporary Hourly Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours per week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees age 21 and older can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We're committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.