Lad Lake Inc·Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Math Teacher will design and deliver engaging lesson plans tailored to the needs of students with behavioral or educational challenges. They are responsible for fostering a supportive learning environment, providing positive role modeling, and collaborating with families and staff to promote student development.
Currently seeking a Math Teacher (Licensed 6th grade - 12th grade)
Established in 1994 as a contracted school through Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), Lad Lake Synergy School provides a comprehensive continuum of services for students on Behavioral Reassignment or those expelled through an MPS Central Services hearing. Our school offers academic programming tailored to historically underserved youth, guiding them toward earning a high school diploma.
With a mission to help youth reach their potential and live responsibly, our dedicated staff focus on building essential skills that empower students to overcome distractions and negative influences.
We're on the lookout for sharp, principled, mission-driven team players to assist youth facing emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges in reaching their fullest potential. If you're passionate about making a difference and enjoy working with young people, this could be the perfect fit for you!
Create a fun, engaging learning environment that works for everyone, using the right materials and teaching methods to support students’ learning and well-being.
Design and deliver lesson plans that get students excited to learn and are tailored to meet the needs of each student, especially those with personalized education plans, special needs or who need extra support.
Be there for the youth, their families, fellow staff and other support teams. This includes open communication, positive role modeling, showing youth how to regulate emotions, build healthy relationships, and teaching life skills.
Follow the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) curriculum, making sure it’s inclusive and culturally sensitive.
Protecting our youth by honoring our privacy practices
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree
At least 21 years old
A valid Wisconsin teaching certificate.
Experience working with students who are historically disadvantaged, or have emotional or behavioral challenges (EBD), with 2-3 years of successful classroom management.
Know your way around a computer and MS Office
Possess patience with a positive, confident approach, understanding & trauma-focused care, especially when things get rough
Celebrate different cultures, backgrounds, and abilities
Ability to be physically engaged and lift at least 30 lbs as we interact with young, active youth. In rare cases, you might need to physically intervene to keep everyone safe.
Come join the Lad Lake family. Welcome Home!
The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s education, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and a valid Wisconsin teaching certificate. Experience working with students who have emotional or behavioral challenges and a minimum of 2-3 years of classroom management experience are required.
Market context
In Wisconsin, classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand as schools staff for core instruction and student support. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a strong commitment to children’s learning, a high school diploma or GED, and any required state licensing, with ECE coursework preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure fit and highlight any child-focused experience in your application.