2026-2027 Sped Teacher Elementary

Elementary Special Education Teacher (TLC: Self-Contained)
Santa Fe South Early Childhood Center (ECC) Santa Fe South Charter Schools
Oklahoma City OK 190196 Day Contract (196 days for new teachers; 190 days for returning teachers)

Santa Fe South Early Childhood Center (ECC) is one of the longest-standing campuses within Santa Fe South Charter Schools and operates as part of Penn Elementary. Housed in a beautifully reimagined former armory ECC blends rich history with joyful purposeful early learning for grades PreK1.

For decades ECC has served south Oklahoma City families with deep commitment and pride. Many current students are the children of former Santa Fe South Saintsa testament to the trust legacy and generational impact of our work.

At ECC we believe the earliest years matter most. Pre-Kindergarten is often a childs first experience with school and it plays a critical role in launching a lifetime of learning. Our classrooms focus on building strong foundations in early literacy numeracy language development and social-emotional growth while nurturing curiosity confidence and independence.

Under the direction of the Building Principal and the Director of Special Education the Special Education Teacher for The Learning Center (TLC) provides individualized research-based instruction to elementary students with moderate to severe disabilities who require a self-contained setting (75% of the day). This role offers the unique opportunity to establish and launch the TLC program at the ECC building on Santa Fe Souths existing well-developed TLC model used throughout the district. The teacher will support the successful implementation of this program at the new site by setting strong routines collaborating with campus leadership and ensuring high-quality systems are in place from the first day.

The TLC teacher plays a vital role in helping students access meaningful learning experiences participate with peers across the school day and work toward their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

• Provide research-based specialized instruction aligned to each students IEP goals in academic functional social-emotional communication and adaptive skill areas.
• Implement structured developmentally appropriate instructional routines designed for learners with significant needs.
• Adapt and modify curriculum materials and activities to ensure meaningful access and engagement.
• Facilitate opportunities for inclusion during lunch specials recess and IEP-designated times with general education peers.
• Support students in a variety of environments (classroom hallways specials lunchroom playground) to promote safety independence and participation.

• Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction based on data.
• Serve as the IEP teacher of record for assigned students coordinating all aspects of IEP development and implementation.
• Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings and collaborate with the IEP team to set appropriate goals services and supports.
• Coordinate delivery of related services (speech OT PT etc.) using an integrated model; ensure therapists have access to students and needed documentation.
• Complete all district state and federal reporting and compliance tasks accurately and on time.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents/guardians general education teachers and related service providers.
• Collaborate with general education staff to support student inclusion environmental adaptations and behavior supports when students participate in general education settings.
• Provide clear communication and updates to families regarding student progress schedules and program expectations.

• Provide direction coaching and daily oversight for paraprofessionals assigned to the TLC classroom.
• Establish systems routines and expectations that promote consistency safety and a positive learning environment.
• Model professional behavior problem-solving and teamwork to support a strong classroom culture.

• Perform other related tasks and duties as assigned.
  
  

• Ability to safely and appropriately assist students with significant needs including lifting positioning transferring and physical prompting following required training.
• Maintain professionalism in dress communication punctuality and attendance.
• Work effectively and cooperatively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Demonstrate proactive attention to safety procedures.
• Attend staff meetings professional development and team meetings as required.
• Support and uphold the mission values and expectations of Santa Fe South Schools.
  
  

Required:

• Bachelors degree
• Oklahoma Teaching Certification in Special Education:
• Severe/Profound
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience working with students with moderate to severe disabilities
• Experience providing instruction in a self-contained classroom
• Experience supervising or collaborating with paraprofessionals
  
  

• Salary aligned with OKCPS salary schedule plus 5% based on a 190- or 195-day contract
• Insurance: Health dental and vision coverage provided for contract employees
• 401K: 7% contribution beginning after 6 months of employment

PTO: 10 days

Required Experience:

IC