Special Ed Teacher (Northeast Region)
Job Title: Special Education Teacher, 1:1
Department: Instruction
Reports To: MDI
Compensation: Pay per Student - Minimum Base - $40,000.00
TRS Classification: Classified
Counties Include: Adair, Cherokee, Craig, Creek, Delaware, Kay, Lincoln, Mayes, Muskogee, Noble, Nowata, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Payne, Rogers, Tulsa, Wagoner, Washington
Summary:
We are a unique learning environment that provides a non-traditional educational setting utilizing Internet- based, individualized self-paced instruction provided in nearly any location in Oklahoma. Epic Teachers are remotely based and travel to the student’s home or other designated location to work with each student and meet with parents on a regular basis throughout the year. Each of our students is assigned one teacher for a personalized, one-on-one approach to learning.
Successful candidates should also have the following experiences and characteristics:
Have an eagerness to learn and a growth mindset;
Hold exceptionally high standards for the quality of work and a re'ex to improve at every turn;
Have well-developed emotional intelligence and moral character;
Possess an ability to build strong relationships, thoughtfully navigate challenging situations, and get excellent results from others; and
Have problem-solving and clear communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Work with assigned students ranging from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade to provide instruction in a virtual learning environment
Provide learning experiences and teach students in pre-reading, reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and other electives
Use technology as an everyday tool for teaching, learning and communicating
Directs the distribution of curriculum to students
Teach students and their families how to use online curriculum and supplemental curriculum
Provide consultation and/or technical assistance to students and families
Adapt instruction and curriculum to the needs of the student
Serves as a liaison between the school and family
Assists families with the interpretation of Epic Charter School’s policies and procedures
Communicate with each student through Zoom, instant message, email, and/or phone on an as needed basis
Meet with each student for face to face instruction once each week at a minimum.
Work to coordinate, schedule, assess and implement appropriate instruction for each student
Conducts assessments of student needs, including those with English as a second language
Counsels with students to promote self-awareness, self-identity and positive social and academic skills
Promote parental involvement in the learning process and parental responsibility
Identify opportunities for additional tutoring for assigned students
Communicate with parents, in a professional manner, through conferences and other means to discuss the student’s progress and interpret the school program
Assist students and families to select credited coursework to advance the student towards graduation
Perform administrative tasks for day-to-day management including tracking student grades, managing schedules and meetings, and conferring with the school while scheduling and monitoring student course progress
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Review course work for every student
Design, deliver, evaluate and revise a planned sequential developmentally appropriate program in accordance to district standards and indicators
Select and requisition books, instructional aids, instructional supplies for the student and assist with the collection of school property when the relationship between the school and the student ends
Closely monitor and review student transcripts
Maintain grades on the required database for school record
Systematically develop, deliver and evaluate student planning Pre-K through 12th grade addressing academic goal setting and transition plans
Develop and follow Individual Learning Plans to assist in developing measurable goals for continuous improvement of assigned students
Stay current with relevant research and teaching/learning trends as required to improve academic achievement
Understand school resources
Maintain updated curriculum training
Analyze data to evaluate the e'ectiveness of curriculum and teaching methods
Required participation during Spring in-person testing
Attend required meetings & PLCs in person
Develop guides and other support materials necessary for relevant programs while locating additional learning resources
Work closely with other teachers in the development of lesson plans that encompass the use of technology
Monitor progress of small groups using DIBELS Assessment
Formulate new strategies to ensure that teaching to Epic Charter School standards is evident throughout the academic school year
Meet with the family and special education team twice a year to address IEP paperwork within a timely manner so as to remain in compliance with the Oklahoma State Department of Education
Type IEP’s twice a year and update monthly
Give student grades based on IEP modi'cations
Give accommodation information to the testing coordinator
Attend IEP meetings
Identify potential at-risk students using common risk factors and frequently observed characteristics
Design interventions for individual students
Assess student behavioral needs
Ensure that proper placement is provided for students with special learning needs
Provide assistance for parents of students identi'ed as being at risk
Be an adult advocate for assigned students
Inform students and parents about pertinent test results, academic programming, behavior intervention strategies and their implications to the overall academic success
Identify opportunities for additional tutoring for assigned students
Work with parents to use positive behavioral techniques to strengthen the student’s ability to succeed academically in a positive manner
Emphasize the use of proactive, educative and reinforcement-based strategies to achieve meaningful outcomes
Report suspected child abuse/neglect
Engage in regularly scheduled meetings with the supervisor and team to collaborate, share updates, and address priorities.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field required.
Secondary certification preferred
Qualifications
Ability to collect and analyze data from a variety of sources
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and demonstrates leadership abilities
Ability to build effective relationships, work collaboratively and gain credibility quickly to instill confidence of teaching ability
Strong decision making, organizational, planning, analytical and problem solving skills
Use effective positive interpersonal communication skills
Resolve issues and conflicts
Strong technology skills in up-to-date computer software including Zoom, word processing and spreadsheets
Current on new instructional technologies
Ability to coach, mentor and teach students of all ages
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others
Demonstrates self-discipline and initiative
Passionate commitment to the mission of school choice
Ability to maintain professional confidentiality and comply with FERPA guidelines
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and coworkers, both verbally and in writing. Ability to effectively present information to students, families and supervisor.
Mathematical Skills
Basic math skills required
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Google applications, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Must have a high aptitude to learn new software as necessary for the business operations of the school.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Current driver's license and valid car insurance
Google certi'cation preferred
Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certi'cate - Standard or Alternative (not Emergency) - in one of the following areas:
Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Severe/Profound Disabilities
Other Qualifications
Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of employment is made
Must have favorable employment references
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Epic Teachers are remotely based and travel to the student’s home or other designated location to work with each student and meet with parents on a regular basis throughout the year. This requires spending a significant amount of time in the car, driving in various conditions and at various times of day. The noise level is quiet to moderately loud (when students are present.)
Epic Charter Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For reasonable accommodations of a disability during the hiring process, please email [email protected]. Someone will call you to discuss further.
Apply Now
Department: Instruction
Reports To: MDI
Compensation: Pay per Student - Minimum Base - $40,000.00
TRS Classification: Classified
Counties Include: Adair, Cherokee, Craig, Creek, Delaware, Kay, Lincoln, Mayes, Muskogee, Noble, Nowata, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Payne, Rogers, Tulsa, Wagoner, Washington
Summary:
We are a unique learning environment that provides a non-traditional educational setting utilizing Internet- based, individualized self-paced instruction provided in nearly any location in Oklahoma. Epic Teachers are remotely based and travel to the student’s home or other designated location to work with each student and meet with parents on a regular basis throughout the year. Each of our students is assigned one teacher for a personalized, one-on-one approach to learning.
Successful candidates should also have the following experiences and characteristics:
Have an eagerness to learn and a growth mindset;
Hold exceptionally high standards for the quality of work and a re'ex to improve at every turn;
Have well-developed emotional intelligence and moral character;
Possess an ability to build strong relationships, thoughtfully navigate challenging situations, and get excellent results from others; and
Have problem-solving and clear communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Work with assigned students ranging from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade to provide instruction in a virtual learning environment
Provide learning experiences and teach students in pre-reading, reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and other electives
Use technology as an everyday tool for teaching, learning and communicating
Directs the distribution of curriculum to students
Teach students and their families how to use online curriculum and supplemental curriculum
Provide consultation and/or technical assistance to students and families
Adapt instruction and curriculum to the needs of the student
Serves as a liaison between the school and family
Assists families with the interpretation of Epic Charter School’s policies and procedures
Communicate with each student through Zoom, instant message, email, and/or phone on an as needed basis
Meet with each student for face to face instruction once each week at a minimum.
Work to coordinate, schedule, assess and implement appropriate instruction for each student
Conducts assessments of student needs, including those with English as a second language
Counsels with students to promote self-awareness, self-identity and positive social and academic skills
Promote parental involvement in the learning process and parental responsibility
Identify opportunities for additional tutoring for assigned students
Communicate with parents, in a professional manner, through conferences and other means to discuss the student’s progress and interpret the school program
Assist students and families to select credited coursework to advance the student towards graduation
Perform administrative tasks for day-to-day management including tracking student grades, managing schedules and meetings, and conferring with the school while scheduling and monitoring student course progress
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Review course work for every student
Design, deliver, evaluate and revise a planned sequential developmentally appropriate program in accordance to district standards and indicators
Select and requisition books, instructional aids, instructional supplies for the student and assist with the collection of school property when the relationship between the school and the student ends
Closely monitor and review student transcripts
Maintain grades on the required database for school record
Systematically develop, deliver and evaluate student planning Pre-K through 12th grade addressing academic goal setting and transition plans
Develop and follow Individual Learning Plans to assist in developing measurable goals for continuous improvement of assigned students
Stay current with relevant research and teaching/learning trends as required to improve academic achievement
Understand school resources
Maintain updated curriculum training
Analyze data to evaluate the e'ectiveness of curriculum and teaching methods
Required participation during Spring in-person testing
Attend required meetings & PLCs in person
Develop guides and other support materials necessary for relevant programs while locating additional learning resources
Work closely with other teachers in the development of lesson plans that encompass the use of technology
Monitor progress of small groups using DIBELS Assessment
Formulate new strategies to ensure that teaching to Epic Charter School standards is evident throughout the academic school year
Meet with the family and special education team twice a year to address IEP paperwork within a timely manner so as to remain in compliance with the Oklahoma State Department of Education
Type IEP’s twice a year and update monthly
Give student grades based on IEP modi'cations
Give accommodation information to the testing coordinator
Attend IEP meetings
Identify potential at-risk students using common risk factors and frequently observed characteristics
Design interventions for individual students
Assess student behavioral needs
Ensure that proper placement is provided for students with special learning needs
Provide assistance for parents of students identi'ed as being at risk
Be an adult advocate for assigned students
Inform students and parents about pertinent test results, academic programming, behavior intervention strategies and their implications to the overall academic success
Identify opportunities for additional tutoring for assigned students
Work with parents to use positive behavioral techniques to strengthen the student’s ability to succeed academically in a positive manner
Emphasize the use of proactive, educative and reinforcement-based strategies to achieve meaningful outcomes
Report suspected child abuse/neglect
Engage in regularly scheduled meetings with the supervisor and team to collaborate, share updates, and address priorities.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field required.
Secondary certification preferred
Qualifications
Ability to collect and analyze data from a variety of sources
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and demonstrates leadership abilities
Ability to build effective relationships, work collaboratively and gain credibility quickly to instill confidence of teaching ability
Strong decision making, organizational, planning, analytical and problem solving skills
Use effective positive interpersonal communication skills
Resolve issues and conflicts
Strong technology skills in up-to-date computer software including Zoom, word processing and spreadsheets
Current on new instructional technologies
Ability to coach, mentor and teach students of all ages
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others
Demonstrates self-discipline and initiative
Passionate commitment to the mission of school choice
Ability to maintain professional confidentiality and comply with FERPA guidelines
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and coworkers, both verbally and in writing. Ability to effectively present information to students, families and supervisor.
Mathematical Skills
Basic math skills required
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Google applications, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Must have a high aptitude to learn new software as necessary for the business operations of the school.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Current driver's license and valid car insurance
Google certi'cation preferred
Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certi'cate - Standard or Alternative (not Emergency) - in one of the following areas:
Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Severe/Profound Disabilities
Other Qualifications
Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of employment is made
Must have favorable employment references
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Epic Teachers are remotely based and travel to the student’s home or other designated location to work with each student and meet with parents on a regular basis throughout the year. This requires spending a significant amount of time in the car, driving in various conditions and at various times of day. The noise level is quiet to moderately loud (when students are present.)
Epic Charter Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For reasonable accommodations of a disability during the hiring process, please email [email protected]. Someone will call you to discuss further.
Apply Now