Teacher - Special Education

Ponca City Public Schools; Ponca City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Ponca City Public Schools in Ponca City, Oklahoma seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher. The role requires a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Mild/Moderate; Hearing Impaired, with responsibilities covering planning, instruction, and compliance with IEPs. Employment terms reflect a 10-month contract and a typical 7 hour 20 minute day.

Salary listed and benefits as per district policy. The teacher will collaborate with building principals and the Director of Special Services, supervise

Qualifications

• Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Mild/Moderate; Hearing Impaired.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements classroom procedures to maximize student learning.
• Prepares weekly lesson plans aligned with IEPs and submits to the principal.
• Provides lessons consistent with written plans and adheres to all IEPs.
• Uses data to monitor progress toward IEP goals and adjust instruction.
• Maintains orderly classroom, records, and materials.
• Completes required SPED paperwork on time and participates in meetings.

Skills

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate

Job description

Teacher - Special Education

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Job Description

Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Special Services

Supervises: Assigned Paraprofessionals, Students

Qualifications: Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Assigned Subject(s) - Mild/Moderate; Hearing Impaired

Job Goal: Provide exceptional instruction to assigned students while working within the established policies and procedures of the district.

Employment Terms: 10 month Contract

Generally - 7 Hour 20 Minute Day, Exclusive of a (30) Minute Duty Free Lunch

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Evaluation: Annually by Site Principal

Physical Demands: This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 100 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands and operate equipment; repetitive use of fingers and hands to operate equipment

Occasional Requirements: Ability to administer CPR and First Aid

Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establishes and implements classroom procedures designed to maximize student learning.
• Prepares detailed weekly lesson plans for each assigned student consistent with the student’s IEP. Timely submits plans to assigned principal.
• Prepares and presents lessons consistent with written lesson plans and best education practices. Complies with all Individualized Education Plans.
• Uses formative and summative data to guide instruction and monitor progress toward IEP goals.
• Monitors student progress toward IEP goals.
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom, including the physical arrangement of the room, student records, and materials.
• Handles routine classroom discipline fairly.
• Monitors student behavior in areas outside of the classroom, during lunch, recess, bus time, general education classes, and school assemblies.
• Prepares and timely submits all required reports and evaluations for each assigned student.
• Completes all required special education paperwork in a timely manner to meet compliance deadlines.
• Attends and participates in all required meetings and conferences, including professional development and planning meetings.
• Maintains complete and accurate student records, including attendance, performance and discipline records.
• Provides professional and regular feedback to students and parents, ensuring compliance with all laws and district policies and procedures.
• Participates in appropriate professional development opportunities.
• Complies with all federal, state and local laws and board policies and procedures.
• Utilizes professional behavior in all school-related interactions.
• Plans and coordinates the work of teacher assistants, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Creates a classroom climate conducive to learning through functional and attractive displays, learning centers and exhibits of student's work.
• Provides a technology enriched environment to support student learning.
• Maintains contact with parents and/or students via phone or written communications.
• Facilitates and coordinates students in general education classes.
• Monitors students’ general health.
• Performs all other tasks as supervisor may assign.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $42,662.20 Per Year

Contact Information

• Jennifer Dye , HR Director
• 613 E. Grand
• Ponca City, Oklahoma 74601
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]