Employment applications may alternatively be picked up, and completed packets may be dropped off at the front office during operational hours. Consult the Contact page for further details. All positions are open until filled unless otherwise specified. 

Return Completed Applications To:

Mark Bowlan, Superintendent

Grove Elementary School District

2800 N. Bryan Ave

Shawnee, OK 74804

You may fax your completed application and documents to:

You may also email your completed application and documents to:

• Director of Special Services - This position is for the 2025/2026 school year. This position may be combined with another administrative or teaching position. See Job Description For more information, contact Superintendent Mark Bowlan at 405-275-7435, mbowlan@grove.k12.ok.us. Applications, Letters of Application, and Resumes may be faxed to (405) 273-2541, emailed to mbowlan@grove.k12.ok.us, or delivered in person or by US Mail to Grove School, 2800 N Bryan, Shawnee, OK 74804.

• Prekindergarten Teacher - This is a full-time position for the 2025-2026 school year. Applications, Letters of Application, and Resumes may be faxed to (405) 273-2541, emailed to mbowlan@grove.k12.ok.us, or delivered in person or by US Mail to Grove School, 2800 N Bryan, Shawnee, OK 74804.

• If there are no certified openings in your desired area, you are always welcome to complete an Application for Certified Teaching Staff and submit it. If a position opens that you are certified to teach, we will contact you. Applications will be kept on file for the current school year. Applications, Letters of Application, and Resumes may be faxed to (405) 273-2541, emailed to mbowlan@grove.k12.ok.us, or delivered in person or by US Mail to Grove School, 2800 N Bryan, Shawnee, OK 74804.
  

• Maintenance - This is a full-time position. Essential duties include repairing and/or replacing items around the school district, ensuring the grounds and buildings are clean, neat in apperance, safe, and functioning properly. This position will include the use of power tools, and occasional lifting of heavy materials, assisting with unloading and distribution of educational resources including textbooks and other heavy objects. Working conditions and physical requirements which must be met, with reasonable accommodations, include: the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, crawl, climb and work on ladders, reach above the shoulders, push, pull, grasp and manipulate tools and other objects, lift and manuevor up to 50 pounds, work both inside and outside in a variety of weather conditions. For more information, call Superintendent Marl Bowlan at (405) 275-7435. Applications, Letters of Application, and Resumes may be faxed to (405) 273-2541, emailed to mbowlan@grove.k12.ok.us, or delivered in person or by US Mail to Grove School, 2800 N Bryan, Shawnee, OK 74804.

• School Bus Driver - This position may include a morning route and an afternoon route. This may be combined with other duties or position, such as Maintenance Worker, to complete a full-time work day. The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school while obeying all traffic and safety laws, adhering to established routes and times, maintaining a safe and orderly environment in the bus, as well as addressing disruptive behavior and intervening in conflicts, conducting pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure the bus is in safe operating condition, maintain accurate records and reporting and mechanical issues. The successful applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED, a Class B CDL with school bus (S) and passenger (P) endorsements, must pass a current Motor Vehicle Report and background test. School Bus Drivers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing. For more information, call Superintendent Marl Bowlan at (405) 275-7435. Applications, Letters of Application, and Resumes may be faxed to (405) 273-2541, emailed to mbowlan@grove.k12.ok.us, or delivered in person or by US Mail to Grove School, 2800 N Bryan, Shawnee, OK 74804.

• Special Education Paraprofessional - This position is for the 2025/2026 school year. Special Education Paraprofessionals play a vital role in our school community by directly supporting students with diverse learning needs. Paraprofessionals work under the direction of and report to the special education teacher to provide direct student support. Responsibilities include assisting classroom teachers, implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), supporting student engagement, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Paraprofessionals collaborate closely with teachers, administrators, and other staff to ensure the success and well-being of all students. This position requires patience, empathy, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment. For more information, call (405) 275-7435. Applications, Letters of Application, and Resumes may be faxed to (405) 273-2541, emailed to mbowlan@grove.k12.ok.us, or delivered in person or by US Mail to Grove School, 2800 N Bryan, Shawnee, OK 74804.

• Substitute Teachers - Substitute Application Please contact Karrie Curl at (405) 275-7435,  kcurl@grove.k12.ok.us, for further information. 
  

Grove Elementary School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. Grove Elementary School District does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment policies, and other District administered programs and activities.