Become a special educator and change lives in 14 months
SPECIAL EDUCATION
TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Become a special educator and change lives in 14 months
Interested in becoming a special education teacher and supporting youth with disabilities to reach their full potential? In 14 months, you will graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a master’s degree in special education and Wisconsin Cross-Categorical Special Education licensure.
• Generous living stipend of at least $55,335
• Full academic year teaching residency in Milwaukee Public Schools
• Eligible for the Teacher Pledge, which covers the cost of tuition
• Graduate coursework offered at convenient times, leading to a master’s degree from UW-Madison
• Three-year commitment to teach in MPS upon completion of the Residency year
• Ongoing induction support provided
Interested in Applying?
This year’s cohort (2025-26) will start summer 2025. Apply by Jan. 31, 2025, to be considered in the next review period. There is a final application deadline of Feb. 28, 2025, but space is limited so please apply early!
Questions about the program?
Email Rebekka Olsen at rsolsen@wisc.edu.