Early Intervention Special Educator (Birth–3)

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma State Department of Health in Purcell, OK is seeking a Special Educator I–III for the SoonerStart program. The role is part-time and temporary, with responsibilities to support infants and toddlers with developmental delays in their natural environments.

The program emphasizes family coaching, interdisciplinary collaboration, and transition planning. Requirements vary by level, with progressive education credentials and experience expectations across Levels I–III.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field with teaching certificate preferred.
• Level II requires one year of post-baccalaureate teaching experience.
• Level III requires Master’s degree and teaching certificate plus additional years of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Determines eligibility and evaluates client needs.
• Administers onsite assessments and evaluations to coordinate direct early intervention services.
• Provides learning interventions in the natural environment.
• Determines appropriate services and interventions for the child/family.
• Supervises the work of subordinate staff.
• Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team and develops IFSP.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Master’s degree in Special Education

Job description

Oklahoma State Department of Health in Purcell, OK is seeking a Special Educator I–III for the SoonerStart program. The role is part-time and temporary, with responsibilities to support infants and toddlers with developmental delays in their natural environments.

The program emphasizes family coaching, interdisciplinary collaboration, and transition planning. Requirements vary by level, with progressive education credentials and experience expectations across Levels I–III.