Paid Internship Teacher

Independence Intermediate School; Yukon (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Laptop provided

Relief/rehire bonus

Job summary

Independence Intermediate School in Yukon, Oklahoma is seeking a Paid Teacher Internship to support elementary classrooms. The intern will assist with instruction, classroom management, and student support in elementary, early childhood, or special education settings while participating in professional learning communities.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree (Education preferred) and willingness to pursue certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; Education degree preferred.
• Certification, or willingness to pursue certification, in elementary, early childhood, or special education.
• Experience working with school age children preferred.
• Traditional student teacher experience or previous full-time teaching in a public school classroom is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill the role of a guest teacher on a daily basis, with preference given to grade/subject area.
• Work with individuals, small groups, or the entire class to support teaching of content.
• Guide learning toward curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in lesson plans.
• Employ instructional methods and materials appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.
• Ensure safety and supervision of students at all times, including emergency procedures.
• Support a classroom environment conducive to learning for students’ maturity and interests.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the principal or classroom teacher.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Education certification preferred

Job description

Paid Teacher Internship

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Job Details

• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $200 Per Day

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Elementary Paid Classroom Teacher Internship

JOB SUMMARY: This person will provide support to the classroom through engaging in classroom management, instruction, and support for students in an elementary, early childhood, or special education setting. This person is encouraged to engage in the culture of the school site while participating in professional learning communities, faculty meetings, and professional development opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Fulfill the role of a guest teacher on a daily basis, with preference given to each candidate’s grade/subject area whenever possible.
• Work with individuals, small groups, or the entire class to support teaching of content.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for the lessons, units, or projects assigned.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of students at all times, to include awareness of emergency procedures.
• Support a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity and interests of the students.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the principal or classroom teacher.

EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree; Education degree preferred.
• Certification, or willingness to pursue certification, in the area of elementary, early childhood, or special education.
• Experience working with school age children preferred
• Traditional student teacher experience or previous full-time teaching experience in a public school classroom setting is REQUIRED

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Will be required to regularly stand; walk; and sit for extended periods.
• Must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• May experience constant interruptions, inflexible deadlines, and changes to normal routines.
• The ability to communicate with various groups of people is essential. This may include communication with parents, teachers, and administrators.
• The ability to effectively balance time and effectiveness in an office environment, a classroom environment, and a collaborative leadership environment constitute a major portion of this job.
• May be asked to work at multiple sites throughout the year.
• First priority is fulfilling the daily substitute teacher need. Additional responsibilities must be fulfilled outside of the substitute obligation, resulting in frequent communication with multiple supervisors.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• $200/day
• Eligible for a $1,000 rehire bonus for the 2025-2026 school year
• Single Premium Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance; $28,000 Life Insurance (includes District $10,000 and OTRS $18,000 death benefit)
• Stipends paid for fulfilling positions associated with a stipend (e.g. academic team/athletics coach)
• Issued a laptop device for use while employed.
• Contract days dependent upon start date
• YPS pays both the employer and the employee share of Teachers Retirement

STATUS: Non-Exempt, Certified or Classified

EVALUATION: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy of evaluation for certified personnel.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ryan McLaughlin , Principal
• Independence Intermediate School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]