Special Needs Teacher or Paraprofessional

You will be working under our main existing teacher. We have trimesters and are working on a flexible school year that could go into the Summer to help the children.

Our work environment includes:

• Private parking
• Gated School
• Access to latest technology and supplies
• Playground

Responsibilities:

• Willingness to drive student to therapy once a day.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with autism, dyslexia, etc. tailoring instruction to meet their unique learning needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment fostering growth, social development, and independence.
• Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies and assistive technologies to enhance learning outcomes.
• Utilize excellent communication skills to accurately and clearly convey information to students and parents. This includes explaining complex concepts in a way that students with special needs can understand, as well as effectively communicating students' progress to parents.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and a multidisciplinary team to support students' progress and address their individual challenges effectively.
• Regularly assess student progress, maintain accurate records, and prepare progress reports for parents and school administrators.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality concerning all sensitive information related to students, their families, and their individual educational plans. Only share relevant information with authorized individuals in accordance with the school's privacy policies and applicable laws.
• Stay updated with the latest research, methodologies, and resources related to special education and autism.
• Assisting parents in data tracking for therapists, doctors, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field / associate's for paraprofessional
• Valid Oklahoma teaching certification in Special Education (or eligibility to obtain one).
• Proven experience working with students on the autism spectrum, implementing effective teaching strategies and accommodations.
• Strong understanding of various autism interventions and behavior management techniques.
• Familiarity or willingness to learn in Spelling to Communicate (S2C) is and knowledge of I-ASC principles highly desired.
• Empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in Special Needs focus
• Familiar with Oklahoma education system

Salary:

• The salary for this position is competitive and comparable to the state of Oklahoma's standards for special education teachers with autism and dyslexia expertise. Additionally, our family offers a comprehensive benefits package. We would love to discuss salary and benefits for your situation.

Benefits:

• Please see the benefits section. We are willing to assist with continuing education and certifications to assist these children.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications. Background check will be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Broken Arrow, OK 74011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $33