An all-day Tulsa Public Schools Teacher job fair brings in several qualified candidates. Given all the publicity about cutbacks, there’s a perception TPS isn’t hiring. Not true, says Bradley Eddy, Director of Certified Talent for the district. Because of attrition due to retirements and resignations there are jobs that need to be filled. Teacher positions range from Special Ed to Math and even librarians. There are also support positions available.
There’s a steady stream of applicants through the door at the job fair at Wilson Learning Center on 11th Street. Among them, Grady Russell, who is retired, but after teaching overseas for several years, he’s ready to get back into the workforce.
There are more than 50 full-time teaching positions open.