By submitting this form, you are starting your application to be a Special Education Teacher at Tulsa Public Schools.

To apply please have the following items ready:

1. Resume and/or work history information
2. Transcripts and/or academic history information
3. Contact information for two (2) references (we will not contact them yet)

***If you wish to be considered for other teaching positions, you must apply via the links below:

• Elementary Teacher (PreK-5th)
• Secondary Teacher (6th-12th)
• Dean of Students

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Full Job Description:Special Education Teacher

Grade:Teachers 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: Compensation and Benefits website.

Position Summary: To the maximum extent possible, the Special Education Teacher workseither within a self-contained special education classroom or as a co-teacher within the generaleducation setting; when required, the Teacher shall design and implement small group toindividualized instruction per students IEPs; consistently establishes effective rapport with
students by use of research-based intervention techniques; responsible for working effectivelywith a team comprised of paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, parents and central officestaff with the purpose of providing quality educational services for each and every student, eachand every day, without exception.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelors Degree

Experience:
Working with children who are disabled

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:
Oklahoma Teaching Certification with an endorsement of Mild/Moderate SpecialEducation or Severe/Profound Special Education
Preference for applicants who are highly qualified in the content areas of math,reading, language arts, science or social studies; to demonstrate highly qualifiedstatus, completed HOUSSE with documentation or certification in content area is
required
Within a school year, be able to demonstrate computer literacy through the accurate useof EdPlan (state IEP program)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Physical Requirements:
Adequate physical strength and mobility are required to implement strategies forde-escalation and emergency intervention
Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to frequently lift more than 50 lbs. with assistance

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.