Job Details
Position type: Full-Time
Caseload: 10-15 students; itinerant
Pay range:$37+/hr; based on experience

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction to students with hearing loss, adapting curriculum and materials to meet individual needs and learning styles.
• Create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students, setting appropriate goals and objectives.
• Utilize various teaching strategies and technologies to enhance communication and maximize learning outcomes.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes the social and emotional development of students.
• Utilize American Sign Language (ASL) and other communication modalities to facilitate effective communication with students and support their language development.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and other professionals to ensure that the educational needs of DHH students are met across all subjects and settings.
• Assess student progress, track data, and provide ongoing feedback to students, parents, and the educational team.
• Act as a resource and advocate for DHH students, promoting awareness and understanding of hearing loss and deaf culture within the school community.
• Stay updated on best practices, assistive technologies, and research in the field of Deaf and Hard of Hearing education.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Deaf Education.
• Valid teaching license/certification in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education.
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and strong communication skills in spoken and written English.
• Experience working with students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of specialized instructional strategies and accommodations for students with hearing loss.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies and adaptive equipment used by DHH students.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters student growth and self-advocacy.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills to work effectively with colleagues, parents, and support staff.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans as well as 401k with employer match
• Tax-free stipends available to those who qualify.