Teaching Jobs in Oklahoma
Teaching jobs in Oklahoma are open across Edmond, Tulsa, and Oklahoma City and other Oklahoma metros, with employers like University of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, and Oral Roberts University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview
This is a Teaching Assistant (TA) position with the Department of English in which the student will serve as an instructor of record and will teach one or two sections of ENG 1113: English Composition or ENG 1213: English Composition and Research, during the fall and spring semesters. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a graduate program within the College of Liberal Arts by August 1st, to qualify for consideration.
Hours per Week
10-20 hours per week
College/Department Overview
Department of English, College of Liberal Arts. The College of Liberal Arts serves the University's Core Curriculum programs and enrolls more than 2,850 undergraduate students and more than 300 graduate students in 34 undergraduate and 17 graduate majors.
Department Specific Job Functions
“Full-Time” teaching assistants work 20 hours per week as instructors of record and teach two sections of either ENG 1113: English Composition or ENG 1213: English Composition and Research, during the fall and spring semesters. “Part-Time” teaching assistants work 10 hours per week as instructors of record and teach one section of either ENG 1113: English Composition or ENG 1213: English Composition and Research, during the fall and spring semesters.
Enrollment Requirements
Fall/Spring Semesters:
All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half-time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible to work as a student employee. Full-time enrollment is 9 credit hours for graduates and 12 credit hours for undergraduates.
Summer Semester:
Student employees working regular student positions must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to be eligible to work during the summer. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes in order to work during the summer, but they (and the department) will be required to pay FICA taxes. Student employees working FWSP positions must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (if undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (if graduate) in order to work during the summer in a Federal Work Study Program position.
Enrollment Exception:
If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum number of hours required for student employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor (stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date) and submit it to Human Resources. This pertains to both regular and Federal Work Study Program positions. Contact jobs@uco.edu for more information.
Qualifications/Experience Required
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a graduate program within the College of Liberal Arts by August 1st, to qualify for consideration. Teaching Assistants must enroll in and complete ENG 5533: Teaching Methods for Teaching Assistants or ENG 5723: Composition Pedagogies during the fall semester in which they begin teaching, must attend a week-long orientation before the fall semester begins, and must maintain a 3.25 graduate GPA for renewal.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Applicants should have excellent reading, writing, and speaking abilities in English as well as strong critical thinking skills. Selected teaching assistants will be required to handle confidential information in a professional and ethical manner, will need to balance their own coursework with a significant teaching load, and must be able to plan ahead, maintain a schedule, and organize teaching materials.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Additional Information For Applicants
In addition to your application, please be prepared to provide the following documents when applying:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic writing sample
- Degree transcripts for all degrees
Position Overview
This is a Teaching Assistant (TA) position with the Department of English in which the student will serve as an instructor of record and will teach one or two sections of ENG 1113: English Composition or ENG 1213: English Composition and Research, during the fall and spring semesters. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a graduate program within the College of Liberal Arts by August 1st, to qualify for consideration.
Hours per Week
10-20 hours per week
College/Department Overview
Department of English, College of Liberal Arts. The College of Liberal Arts serves the University's Core Curriculum programs and enrolls more than 2,850 undergraduate students and more than 300 graduate students in 34 undergraduate and 17 graduate majors.
Department Specific Job Functions
“Full-Time” teaching assistants work 20 hours per week as instructors of record and teach two sections of either ENG 1113: English Composition or ENG 1213: English Composition and Research, during the fall and spring semesters. “Part-Time” teaching assistants work 10 hours per week as instructors of record and teach one section of either ENG 1113: English Composition or ENG 1213: English Composition and Research, during the fall and spring semesters.
Enrollment Requirements
Fall/Spring Semesters:
All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half-time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible to work as a student employee. Full-time enrollment is 9 credit hours for graduates and 12 credit hours for undergraduates.
Summer Semester:
Student employees working regular student positions must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to be eligible to work during the summer. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes in order to work during the summer, but they (and the department) will be required to pay FICA taxes. Student employees working FWSP positions must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (if undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (if graduate) in order to work during the summer in a Federal Work Study Program position.
Enrollment Exception:
If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum number of hours required for student employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor (stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date) and submit it to Human Resources. This pertains to both regular and Federal Work Study Program positions. Contact jobs@uco.edu for more information.
Qualifications/Experience Required
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a graduate program within the College of Liberal Arts by August 1st, to qualify for consideration. Teaching Assistants must enroll in and complete ENG 5533: Teaching Methods for Teaching Assistants or ENG 5723: Composition Pedagogies during the fall semester in which they begin teaching, must attend a week-long orientation before the fall semester begins, and must maintain a 3.25 graduate GPA for renewal.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Applicants should have excellent reading, writing, and speaking abilities in English as well as strong critical thinking skills. Selected teaching assistants will be required to handle confidential information in a professional and ethical manner, will need to balance their own coursework with a significant teaching load, and must be able to plan ahead, maintain a schedule, and organize teaching materials.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Additional Information For Applicants
In addition to your application, please be prepared to provide the following documents when applying:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic writing sample
- Degree transcripts for all degrees
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Teaching Job Market in Oklahoma
A snapshot from current Oklahoma openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Central Oklahoma110
- Oklahoma State University33
- Oral Roberts University29
- Cameron University18
- Kipp Nashville18
Top Industries Hiring
- Education244
- Science & Research52
- Hospitality & Tourism7
- Non-Profit & Social Services7
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in teaching jobs across Oklahoma.
- Valid state teaching license or certification for the applicable grade level and subject
- Bachelor's degree in education or a subject-specific field with a teaching credential
- Experience with differentiated instruction and individualized education plan implementation
- Proficiency in classroom management frameworks and student behavior support strategies
- Familiarity with learning management systems such as Google Classroom or Canvas
- Background check clearance and mandatory reporter training as required by state law
Teaching Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How many teaching jobs are there in Oklahoma?
There are 289+ teaching openings in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Edmond, Tulsa, and Oklahoma City. New positions post regularly as employers across Oklahoma hire.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most teaching jobs?
Edmond, Tulsa, and Oklahoma City have the most teaching openings in Oklahoma right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire teachings in Oklahoma?
Employers hiring teachings in Oklahoma include University of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, and Oral Roberts University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote teaching jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes. About 5% of teaching openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Oklahoma metros.
How do I apply for teaching jobs in Oklahoma?
You can apply to teaching jobs in Oklahoma directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Oklahoma location, then apply to each one that fits.
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