Do you want to be part of a district that is doing transformative work to ensure that every student graduates ready for college, career and community?
Do you want to join a team that is championing better experiences & outcomes for students of color?
Would you like to join a thriving urban school district that is committed to elevating you in your profession?

If so, the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has much to offer you: a clear vision, a collaboratively-designed strategic framework, collaboration time, district support and excellent professional development opportunities.

Student Services/Pupil Service Area Sub Pool

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is committed to Becoming a Model School District by striving to provide an anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive atmosphere. MMSD actively seeks and encourages women and candidates of color to apply.

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.

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.

About the Position

The purpose of this pool is to develop a group of interested candidates who are available and interested in these types of positions. Should a position open that matches your certification area, HR may reach out to you via email with more information.

During the 2021-22 school year, MMSD will have a need for certified school psychologists, counselors, social workers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vision teachers, teacher of the deaf/hard of hearing, and speech and language clinicians to cover leaves of absence.

Positions could be short-term or longer-term, depending on the need of the school environment. They may be part-time or full-time. For jobs of .50 FTE or greater, in roles that are a semester or longer in length, subs may have access to MMSD's full benefits package. Pupil Services area subbing positions are compensated at their daily contract rate of pay, per the teacher salary schedule.

Reports to Assistant Director of Student Services and Building Principal

Essential Duties

MMSD Student Services Staff function in the role of the regular contracted staff member while covering in that building. For full job descriptions, please refer to this document .

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree or higher from an accredited program

Must hold a DPI license in the area of work being supported, covering the grade levels being supported.

Speech and Language Pathology
Physical Therapist
Occupational Therapist
School Social Worker
Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Visual Impairment
Counselor
Psychologist
Orientation and Mobility

Position Competencies

• High Expectations For Every Student
• Instructional Practice
• Cultural Competence
• Data Proficiency
• Team Collaboration
• Student & Family Engagement
• Resilience & Results Orientation
• Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset

Additional Competencies

• Understanding of the general developmental needs of students across grade levels and the ability to effectively support these unique needs.
• Extensive knowledge of Assistive Technology and adaptations of instructional technology to meet the needs of students.
• Understanding of the span of disability conditions that are present in an educational setting.
• Cultural competence to work effectively with all students and families in MMSD.
• Strong equity vision for all students in MMSD.
• Excellent collaborative and engagement skills to work with teams of people that include both school staff, students and families, and outside agency personnel.
• Exceptional organizational skills, ability to prioritize job duties and maximize time efficiency.
• Ability to understand and use data-based decision making.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel substantially throughout the Madison Metropolitan Area.
• Work requires ambulatory movement, lifting up to 50-lbs. unassisted, climbing, bending, reaching, and kneeling.

Salary Range

163.91 - 163.91 Daily Wage

About This Posting

This is an "applicant pool" posting. It does not signify that vacancies actually exist at this time. The purpose of this posting is to develop a pool of qualified applicants, should vacancies become available. For more information about teaching at MMSD and about our application process, go to www.mmsd.org/teach-madison .

Next Steps

After submitting your application, HR will review your information and will invite you to sign up for a first round video interview if you meet minimum qualifications.
Candidates who pass the first-round video interview stage will be eligible for second-round, school-based interviewing at schools who have specific vacancies. School-based interviews begin in April and continue throughout the summer as new vacancies become known across the district.

Timeline

Human Resources will evaluate candidates on a rolling basis beginning December 1, and as needed thereafter. School-based interviewing for specific positions will begin in mid to late April. Interviews are scheduled based on district/school need and certification/skills of applicants.