Remedial Specialist

Oklahoma City Public Schools•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Remedial Specialist is a secondary teacher who creates a flexible program and classroom environment that supports learning and personal growth. The teacher establishes rapport with pupils, motivates them to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge appropriate to their abilities, and builds effective relationships with parents and staff. The role teaches remedial mathematics in accordance with Oklahoma State Department of Education and Oklahoma City Board of Education curricula and supports pupils’ academic and social development.

Requirements

Oklahoma teaching certification in secondary education for an applicable mathematics subject, or an alternative teaching certification approved by the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
For general mathematics, qualifying certification must include Middle Level Mathematics, Intermediate Mathematics, Advanced/Secondary Mathematics, or a 6–12 or 7–12 Secondary Mathematics certification, and meet Highly Qualified Requirements.
For algebra, qualifying certification must include Algebra, Linear Algebra, Intermediate Mathematics, or Advanced/Secondary Mathematics, and meet Highly Qualified Requirements.
For geometry, qualifying certification must include Geometry, Intermediate Mathematics, or Advanced/Secondary Mathematics, and meet Highly Qualified Requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively, demonstrate self-discipline and initiative, and follow state and district guidelines.
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
Manual dexterity to enter data into a computer.
Ability to see and read a computer screen and printed material, with or without vision aids.
Ability to hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels, outdoors, and on the telephone.
Ability to speak audibly and clearly in classrooms, outdoors, and on the telephone.
Physical agility to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk, and reach.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Teach remedial mathematics using the adopted course of study and other appropriate learning activities.
Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified by state law and district regulations and procedures.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and provide individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to pupils’ needs and identified objectives.
Translate lesson plans into effective learning experiences and make appropriate use of instructional time.
Use grading practices that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria.
Establish and maintain pupil behavior standards that support a functional learning atmosphere, treating pupils with respect and dignity.
Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means about pupil progress and the school program.
Interact positively and professionally with pupils, staff, and parents.
Identify pupil needs and cooperate with professional staff in assessing and helping pupils address health, attitude, and learning problems.
Establish rapport with pupils and provide a pleasant, safe, and orderly learning environment.
Participate actively in implementation of the OKCPS model for School Improvement.
Maintain professional competence through district in-service education and self-selected professional growth activities.
Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Work from an alternative work site if necessary during a health crisis or disruptive situation that closes school or office buildings, subject to eligibility determined by the superintendent and guidelines provided by the supervisor.