What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher position at High Point Christian School?
High Point Christian School
Madison Campus: 7702 Old Sauk Rd, Madison, WI 53717
VACANCY: Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
**For full consideration applicants must submit their cover letter and resume via BambooHR and fill out the paper application to be submitted to Human Resources.**
VACANCY DESCRIPTION: High Point Christian School (HPCS) is seeking a Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher to serve for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate will prayerfully and skillfully develop students' attitudes, skills, and subject competencies that will contribute to their spiritual development as mature, able, and responsible Christians. The Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher would do this with their focus being on supporting students with special needs and/or additional educational support.
High Point Christian School was founded in 1975 as a ministry of what is now High Point Church, a non-denominational, evangelical fellowship serving the greater Madison area. Our school offers a safe, caring and Christ-centered environment for grades 3K-8.
Madison consistently ranks among the best in the nation for almost everything including fantastic bike trails, safe neighborhoods, great healthcare, excellent education, amazing music venues, and diverse restaurants.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- The teacher shall be a mature, sincere Christ follower who feels called by God to the teaching profession
- Experience and/or willing to work with students with special needs
- Completion of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (training provided)
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Association of Christian School International (ACSI) teaching certification
PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- ACSI Certified Teacher
- State of Wisconsin certified special education teacher
- Familiarity with Special Needs Scholarship Program (SNSP)
- Three to five years teaching experience
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Position as Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher is 0.8 FTE (4 days a week with some flexibility)
- Starting Salary – $33,412; commensurate with experience.
- COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE: Health, Dental, Eye, Life, Disability insurance, 401K and more.
- Tuition discount available for dependent children of employees.
- Professional development to support teachers in continuing education and accreditation requirements.
POSITION START DATE: August 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 15, 2026
Full Job Description
Teacher Application Form
For full consideration applicants must submit their cover letter and resume via BambooHR and fill out the paper application to be submitted to Human Resources. Paper applications can be emailed, faxed, or mailed in to our school office.
High Point Christian School
ATTN: Maria Huckleberry
7702 Old Sauk Rd.
Madison, WI 53717
Email: mhuckleberry@hpcsmadison.org
For questions or more information about this position please contact:
Sheila Olson
Director of Student Services
(608) 836-7170
Email: solson@hpcsmadison.org
Salary : $33,412