Special Education Assistive Technology Specialist

Tulsa Public Schools; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulsa Public Schools in Oklahoma seeks a Special Education Assistive Technology Specialist to provide and implement assistive technology services for students with disabilities, focusing on inclusive technology and training.

This role ensures alignment with state and federal mandates, supports Least Restrictive Environment decisions, and collaborates across teams to improve outcomes and access to high-quality opportunities for all learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful special education teaching or related services field experience
• Proven experience in data analysis and program evaluation
• Valid Oklahoma special education teaching certificate or appropriate related service licensure (Speech, OT, PT, BCBA, or equivalent) required
• Strong knowledge of federal and state special education regulations, practices, compliance requirements, and instructional methods
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in data analysis and technology tools for program monitoring and reporting
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams, foster an inclusive environment, and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to change and apply critical thinking when developing solutions based on new guidelines, methods, technologies, and techniques
• Ability to build buy-in from leaders, peers, and individuals with diverse perspectives and backgrounds for new ideas and approaches
• Models core organizational beliefs and values and communicates openly and effectively within and across teams to maximize student success
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Assistive technology needs evaluation and IEP team support
• Training and professional development on AT tools and practices
• Coordination of AT services across grade levels
• AT program monitoring through data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Compliance support for federal and state special education regulations related to assistive technology
• Support for AT inventory, budget, and equipment maintenance

Skills

Data analysis

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Office Suite

Job description

Full Job Description: Special Education Assistive Technology Specialist

Compensation: Teacher Salary Schedule

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position, please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

For more information on our comprehensive benefits packages, please visit our Compensation and Benefits website .

Position Summary

The Special Education Assistive Technology Specialist works collaboratively to provide and implement assistive technology services for students with disabilities, with a focus on inclusive technology that benefits all students. This position is responsible for providing training, support, professional development, and creative approaches to support accessibility and inclusion, and for promoting best practices that provide access for learners of all abilities.

This role helps ensure that all services align with state and federal mandates and district priorities. The Specialist promotes inclusive practices, assists in Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) decisions, and supports program development for centralized services. This position plays a vital role in fostering collaboration, improving student outcomes, and ensuring access to high-quality educational opportunities.

Key Functions

• Assistive technology needs evaluation and IEP team support
• Training and professional development on AT tools and practices
• Coordination of AT services across grade levels
• AT program monitoring through data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Compliance support for federal and state special education regulations related to assistive technology
• Support for AT inventory, budget, and equipment maintenance

Education

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree preferred

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful special education teaching or related services field experience
• Proven experience in data analysis and program evaluation

Licenses And Certifications

• Valid Oklahoma special education teaching certificate or appropriate related service licensure (Speech, OT, PT, BCBA, or equivalent) required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of federal and state special education regulations, practices, compliance requirements, and instructional methods
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in data analysis and technology tools for program monitoring and reporting
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams, foster an inclusive environment, and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for engaging multiple stakeholders
• Ability to adapt to change and apply critical thinking when developing solutions based on new guidelines, methods, technologies, and techniques
• Ability to build buy-in from leaders, peers, and individuals with diverse perspectives and backgrounds for new ideas and approaches
• Models core organizational beliefs and values and communicates openly and effectively within and across teams to maximize student success
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.