Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Instructional Delivery and Assessment

Deliver evidence-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals contained within each student’s IEP and ensure access to the general education curriculum

Use assessment data to adjust instructional methods and levels of support in both the special education and general education environment

Provide consultation to general education teachers regarding classroom accommodations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities

Coordinate the scheduling and delivery of special education services as outlined in each student's IEP through collaboration with related service providers and building leaders

Develop IEPs in accordance with guidelines established under IDEA and the Oklahoma Special Education Compliance Program Review Standards and Indicators

Maintain accurate records (e.g. grade book, discipline documentation, progress monitoring, service logs)

Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement

Academic and Cultural Support

Assume personal responsibility for student achievement

Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking, inclusion, and academic rigor

Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect

Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties

Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and student-led parent conferences

Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines

Exemplify the school cultural expectations

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

• Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork
• Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities
• Valid Oklahoma Teaching license with required certification for subject and level assigned*
• Valid Special Education Certification
• Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned
• Satisfactory outcome of a background check
• Ability to speak and translate Spanish highly encouraged
• Applicants currently pursuing certification may apply before certification is received. All certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP OKC before the end of the first year of employment.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation and Benefits :

Pay is based on the 10-month teacher salary scale.

Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits including health, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long term disability and participation in Oklahoma Teacher Retirement plans.

As an equal opportunity employer, KIPP Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.