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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. What are the requirements to teach at MPS?
A. The following items are required before a teaching contract can be awarded at MPS:
· Completed application
· Bachelor degree and college transcripts from an accredited college or
university
· Certificate of Health (Physical exam and TB test)
· Drug test
· Teacher Insight interview
· Criminal background check
· Wisconsin license to teach (or pending)
· Birth certificate
· Residency requirement
Note: additional items may be required for certain areas
Q. When should I apply to MPS?
A. MPS accepts applications year round. The peak application period is in
February - May for assignments in the school year starting in September. We encourage you to check our Open Positions listing and apply as soon as possible.
Q. How should I apply to MPS?
A. We encourage you to apply using our online, web-based application system. This is the fastest and easiest way to apply, and will ensure your application (and resume if you include one) reaches a staffing specialist promptly. You
may mail, fax, or drop of a paper application if you wish.
Q. What if I meet all the requirements except the State of Wisconsin teaching certificate?
A. You may want to consider one of the Alternative Certification programs offered by organizations affiliated with MPS. Check out the Alternative Certification section of this web site.
Q. Does MPS participate in recruiting and teaching job fairs?
A. Yes. Check out our Recruitment Calendar for the dates and locations closest to you.
Q. What kind of compensation and benefits program does MPS offer?
A. MPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. Click on the Benefits section for more detail.
Q. Do I have to be a Milwaukee resident to teach at MPS?
A. Yes. You must reside in the City of Milwaukee within 1 year of an
appointment.
Q. How do I know where I’ll be teaching within the MPS system?
A. The school interview is the second step in the assignment process. First, you must have a contract to teach at MPS. Then, you can select multiple schools
for the interview and assignment process, within your area of certification.
Q. Who should I contact at MPS for more information?
A. Contact one of our Recruitment Specialists:
Kim Sherrod
(414) 475-8533
sherrokl@mail.milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Jodi Toman
(414) 475-8534
tomanjl@mail.milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Q. What’s the full MPS mailing address for hiring-related correspondence?
A.
Milwaukee Public Schools
Dept. of Human Resources - Room 124
P.O. Box 2181
Milwaukee, WI 53201-2181
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