Are you ready to work for an employer who cares about your wellbeing? Family Services cares about their team and in addition to their excellent benefit package, they are now offering a staff sabbatical program. Being the helper is hard work and Family Services doesn't want you to burn out!

Family Services is a non-profit organization that protects, heals and cares for children and families throughout Northeast Wisconsin. Family Services is strongly committed to protecting children and vulnerable individuals from abuse and exploitation. When traumatic situations occur, our staff is there to assist the individual or family with their journey of healing and recovery. Family Services cares for individuals who are isolated, abandoned or just need help developing the skills to live successfully.

Family Services is recruiting a Teacher to become a part of an Integrated Service Team that meets the unique needs of children placed in our live-in Residential Treatment Program. Children served in our program usually range in age from 12 to 17 and are experiencing behavioral and emotional problems. This position requires a person who is committed to developing strong working relationships with children, understanding their unique needs and responding to these needs in a collaborative, empowering and problem-solving manner. Duties include direct classroom instruction for approximately 8-10 students; classroom instruction using a web-based program for approximately 8-10 students; individual instruction and tutoring of students based on individual need, assessment, and educational planning; overseeing Individual Education Plan (IEP) planning for clients. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a commitment to teamwork are essential.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree; a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education is preferred. A license from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for Special Education for grades 9-12 is required.

This is a Full Time, year-round position. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. In addition to our excellent benefit package, teaching in a non-traditional classroom offers other benefits: flexibility in lesson planning; adequate prep time (no work needs to be taken home); no out of pocket costs for classroom supplies; free meals during school day are provided by our on-site kitchen team that prides themselves on delicious and healthy food choices; on-going training in classroom behavior management skills with additional staff available to assist with students who may be struggling with behaviors; a unique opportunity to help kids experience success in a classroom environment while helping them build on their skills.