Jr. High Special Education Science Teacher

Sapulpa Junior High School; Sapulpa (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a full-time Jr. High Special Education Science Teacher in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. The candidate will create a supportive and engaging learning environment for students with special needs, develop individualized education plans, and collaborate with parents and staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Special Education.

Competitive salary and benefits offered. Contact Katherine Stufflebeam for more details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Mild/Moderate or Severe/Profound Special Education.
• Subject Area Certification in US History and Oklahoma History.

Responsibilities

• Create an exciting special education program and class environment.
• Establish effective rapport with students.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth.

Skills

Knowledge of Special Education practices

Knowledge of curriculum standards

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Oklahoma Teaching Certification

Job description

Jr. High Special Education Science Teacher

Sapulpa Public Schools | Sapulpa Junior High School – Sapulpa, Oklahoma (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 5793468

Application Deadline: Jul 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports to: Site Administrator(s)

Compensation: Current Negotiated 2026-2027 Salary Schedule plus SPED Stipend

Overtime Status: Exempt

Position Summary: Create an exciting special education program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivatestudents to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for education, in accordance with eachstudents ability and Individualized Education Program (IEP); and establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree Required

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc: Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Mild/Moderate or Severe/Profound Special Education and Subject Area Certification inUS History, Oklahama History and Government

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaches corecurriculum tostudents inthe classroom, usingstandardsadopted by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and Sapulpa's Board of Education and any other appropriate learning activities as supported by the district/site adminstration.
• Actively participates in integrating technologyresources into the curriculum for student learning.
• Develops and implements IEPs by maintaining a compliance rating of 100% consistent with district requirements.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materialsto provide individualized and small group instruction inaccordance with student goals and objectives as outlined in the IEP.
• Participates in transition planning and preparation for basic life skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, demonstrate self-disciplineand initiative, follow state and district guidelines.
• Workseffectively with a team comprised of paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, parents, and district administrators with the purpose of providing quality educational services for each student.
• Establishes rapport with pupils and provides a pleasant, safe, and orderly climate conducive to learning.
• Establishes standards ofstudent behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Completes documentation and charting required to measure progress on student IEPs and prepare progress reports.
• Evaluatesstudents academic and social growth and keeps appropriate records.
• Communicates with parents through a variety of ways to discussstudent progress and interpret the school program.
• Interacts with students, staff and parents in a positive and professional manner.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participate and complete yearlyde-escalation training to promote positive interactions with students.
• Other duties as assigned by the site administrator(s).

Working Conditions

Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Professional classroomenvironment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift, sit, stand, walk, climb stairs.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
• Some exposure to student behavior may be physical and confrontational.

Sapulpa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Katherine Stufflebeam , Director of Special Services
• Washington Administrative Center
• Email: [e-mail]