Instructor - Special Education jobs in Tulsa, OK

Instructors are responsible for teaching students in our training programs in classroom and hands-on lab settings, ensuring that they gain the knowledge and skills that are required for entry-level employment in their chosen field. Instructors are also responsible for sound educational practices and the academic development of each student. Instructors will also manage their classroom environment and promote a positive and engaging learning experience, providing support, tutoring, and other assistance as needed. Instructors are to “model" the professional behaviors, language, and activities expected of our students.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This job posting does not qualify to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for those who do not meet the work authorization requirements for employment in the U.S. 

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilize classroom and lab instruction, student assessment mechanisms, and classroom management techniques to provide an engaged classroom experience to students.
• Ensure that each student has been presented with the material to successfully meet the learning objectives of each course within a student’s program of study
• Ensure that instructional materials and equipment are ready for student use, sufficient in quantity, are properly maintained, and are in working order before class time
• Participate in ongoing faculty assessment and professional development activities to ensure an active and engaged classroom experience for all students; maintain required certification and license
• Actively participate in meetings, review and analyze assessment data, compile reports, and meet academic and administrative deadlines
• Ensure campus compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory bodies’ guidelines, along with internal policies of the company
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Our Nursing Faculty must meet the requirements as set forth by the OK Board of Nursing. The below outlines the requirements:

• All nurse faculty shall:
  (1) hold a valid unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oklahoma;
  (2) present evidence of a minimum of two (2) years full-time equivalent practice as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting preceding the first date of first employment as a nursing faculty member, PROVIDED: any person employed in the faculty position as of September 1, 2016, is deemed to meet this requirement;
  (3) submit a Faculty Qualification Record to the Board office on a form provided by the Board and per OAC 485:10-3-5(1); and
  (4) engage in teaching, scholarship, service, and/or practice in keeping with the mission, goals, and expected faculty outcomes.
  All programs leading to licensure as a Practical Nurse in this state shall establish requirements for nursing faculty as follows: 
  (1) minimum of an associate degree or diploma in nursing in this state, and effective January 1, 2017, has evidence of continued progress toward a baccalaureate or higher degree in nursing with completion of a minimum of six (6) semester hours per calendar year, PROVIDED: any person employed in the position of faculty of a practical nursing education program as of December 31, 2016, is deemed to meet this requirement; and (2) teacher certification, as established by the State Department of Education, when employed in schools conducted by public comprehensive high school systems. 
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as required by specific program standards.
• Previous experience teaching in an education setting and/or experience with training employees within the industry
• Demonstrate knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation regulations applicable to the proprietary education industry

Ancora Education is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal-opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.