Special Education Teacher-District-Severe/Profound

District; Skiatook (OK); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Paid holidays

Health benefits

On-site daycare for staff members

Job summary

A local academic institution in Skiatook is seeking a motivated Special Education Teacher for the 2025-26 school year. This full-time position involves planning lessons to promote social and intellectual growth, creating a supportive learning environment, and evaluating student progress. Applicants should possess a valid Oklahoma teaching certificate and relevant special education certification. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including health coverage and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Valid oh teaching certificate is required.
• Experience in a special education or related role preferred.
• A master's degree is preferred for higher qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plans and instructs students in lessons for social and intellectual growth.
• Creates a conducive classroom environment for learning.
• Evaluates academic and social growth and keeps records.

Skills

Valid OK Teaching Certificate

Severe/Profound Disabilities Certification

Elementary Certification Preferred

At least 1 year of relevant experience

Master’s degree preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree and a valid Oklahoma teacher certificate

Job description

Special Education Teacher – Severe/Profound

Skiatook Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Special Education Teacher-Severe/Profound for the 2025-26 school year. The location of this position will be discussed during interviews.

Qualifications

• Valid OK Teaching Certificate
• Severe/Profound Disabilities Certification
• Elementary Certification Preferred
• Bachelor’s degree and a valid Oklahoma teacher certificate
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Position Details

• Position Title: Special Education Teacher
• Site: District
• Reports To: Site Administrator
• Supervises: Students, paraprofessionals
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Job ID: 5022082
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Nov 20, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• District: Skiatook Public Schools

Summary

Plans and instructs students in lessons designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their overall development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. Maintains the skill and ability to communicate clearly, apply language, mathematical, reasoning skills, and knowledge of current educational research.

Responsibilities

• Teaches District Approved Curriculum
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location and the needs of the individuals.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives and communicates them to students.
• Assists the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student conduct and develops classroom behavior rules.
• Evaluates academic and social growth, keeps records, and prepares progress reports as required.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Provides appropriate accommodations and seeks assistance from District specialists as needed.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records per law and policy.
• Remains available to students and parents outside instructional time.
• Works well with supervisors and team members.
• Maintains consistent and punctual attendance.
• Performs other duties assigned by an administrator.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as required.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits including paid holidays and health benefits.
• Starting salary based on applicant qualifications and/or work history (salary scale available at https://www.skiatookschools.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/District%7CEmployee%20Salary%20Schedule).
• 15% stipend on base pay for Sever/Profound Special Education Teachers effective 2025-26.
• On-site daycare for staff members.

Eligibility

Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a felony criminal background check and approval by the Board of Education.

Contact

Please email Wendy Joice, Special Services Director, [e-mail] if you have additional questions about this position.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Skiatook Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or genetic information.

Title 1 District

Skiatook Public Schools is a Title 1 district. Under the Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF) Program, if you teach full time for five complete and consecutive academic years in a low-income school or educational service agency, and meet other qualifications, you may be eligible for forgiveness of up to $17,500 on your Direct and Subsidized/Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans. Additional information may be found at https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/teacher.