Empowering Visually Impaired Students: Special Ed Teacher

Jenks Public Schools; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Special Education Teacher of the Visually Impaired for a temporary position from June 1 to June 25, 2026. Responsibilities include providing Vision Services per Individualized Education Plans and ensuring student health and safety. Candidates must possess Special Education Certification and meet all Oklahoma teaching requirements. Strong knowledge of assistive technology and the capability to engage diverse learners are vital for this role.

Qualifications

• Certifications include Special Education and any required endorsements for Oklahoma.
• Candidates must satisfy health and citizenship requirements.
• Experience with diverse learning needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures to ensure student health and safety.
• Provide Vision Services per Individualized Education Plan.
• Prepare necessary materials and equipment for services.
• Engage students using diverse learning strategies.
• Facilitate the use of assistive technology.
• Prepare Progress Reports and document student information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Special Education Certification

Teaching area endorsement

Assistive technology knowledge

Job description

Jenks Public SchoolsJob Description

Position: Special Education Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Reports to: Director of Student Programs

Qualifications:

1. Special Education Certification

2. Meet all certification requirements for Oklahoma, including teaching area endorsement

3. Satisfy all district requirements with regard to physical health and citizenship

4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Position Goals: To provide Special Education Services for students who meet the criteria for Extended School Year.

Responsibilities:

1. Follows the procedures, practices and guidelines outlined by the school, district, State and Federal laws intended to keep students healthy and safe.
2. Provides Vision Services as outlined on the student’s Individualized Education Plan.
3. Prepares materials and equipment prior to the beginning of the service.
4. Plans consistently to address the students diverse learning needs.
5. Plans with other members of the team.
6. Facilitates the use of assistive technology to enhance student learning and participation.
7. Engages the student in active learning and uses a variety of strategies to support learning.
8. Prepares Progress Report at the end of ESY and enters all information relative to the student in EdPlan.
9. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment:June 1, 2026 -June 25, 2026 (17 days during this timeframe)

Classifications:Certified (Temporary)