Empowering Elementary SPED Resource Teacher

Trout Elementary School; Ponca City (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Trout Elementary School in Ponca City, Oklahoma seeks an Elementary Special Education Resource teacher to provide inclusive instruction and support for students with IEPs. The role reports to the building principal and director of special services, supervises paraprofessionals and students, and requires a valid Oklahoma teaching certificate in Mild/Moderate and Hearing Impaired.

Employment is 10 months, typically 7 hours 20 minutes per day plus a 30-minute lunch.

Qualifications

• Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Assigned Subject(s) - Mild/Moderate; Hearing Impaired.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements classroom procedures designed to maximize student learning.
• Prepares detailed weekly lesson plans for each assigned student consistent with the student’s IEP. Timely submits plans to assigned principal.
• Prepares and presents lessons consistent with written lesson plans and best education practices. Complies with all Individualized Education Plans.
• Uses formative and summative data to guide instruction and monitor progress toward IEP goals.
• Monitors student progress toward IEP goals.
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom, including the physical arrangement of the room, student records, and materials.
• Handles routine classroom discipline fairly.
• Monitors student behavior in areas outside of the classroom, during lunch, recess, bus time, general education classes, and school assemblies.
• Prepares and timely submits all required reports and evaluations for each assigned student.
• Completes all required special education paperwork in a timely manner to meet compliance deadlines.
• Attends and participates in all required meetings and conferences, including professional development and planning meetings.
• Maintains complete and accurate student records, including attendance, performance and discipline records.
• Provides professional and regular feedback to students and parents, ensuring compliance with all laws and district policies and procedures.
• Participates in appropriate professional development opportunities.
• Complies with all federal, state and local laws and board policies and procedures.
• Utilizes professional behavior in all school-related interactions.
• Plans and coordinates the work of teacher assistants, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Creates a classroom climate conducive to learning through functional and attractive displays, learning centers and exhibits of student's work.
• Provides a technology enriched environment to support student learning.
• Maintains contact with parents and/or students via phone or written communications.
• Facilitates and coordinates students in general education classes.
• Monitors students’ general health.
• Performs all other tasks as supervisor may assign.

Education

Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Assigned Subject(s) - Mild/Moderate; Hearing Impaired

Job description

Trout Elementary School in Ponca City, Oklahoma seeks an Elementary Special Education Resource teacher to provide inclusive instruction and support for students with IEPs. The role reports to the building principal and director of special services, supervises paraprofessionals and students, and requires a valid Oklahoma teaching certificate in Mild/Moderate and Hearing Impaired.

Employment is 10 months, typically 7 hours 20 minutes per day plus a 30-minute lunch.