Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
About The Position
For the 2026/27 school year, this full-time, school-based position provides deaf and hard of hearing services to K–12 students in Indianapolis, Indiana. The teacher conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, and delivers instructional services to help students improve communication skills and access their education. The role collaborates closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to maximize student outcomes. The teacher provides targeted instruction aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP), uses total communication or auditory/oral training methods, and teaches Signing Exact English and American Sign Language as appropriate. The teacher also observes and assesses students' academic and social development, maintains records, prepares progress reports, communicates with parents, and adjusts hearing aids, FM units, and cochlear implant processors as needed in accordance with audiologists' directions. Point Quest Group provides special education services in partnership with more than 350 school districts, including in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Valid Indiana Professional Educators License with endorsements in Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe classrooms and Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
- Teaching experience with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.
- Knowledge of assistive listening devices and related technology.
- Criminal background and DCS clearance check.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Deliver targeted instruction aligned with goals and objectives in each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
- Use classroom and behavior management techniques to maintain a safe, functional learning environment.
- Observe and assess students' academic and social development; maintain detailed records, prepare progress reports, and communicate with parents about individual student progress.
- Apply total communication or auditory/oral training methods in a self-contained setting.
- Provide instruction in Signing Exact English and American Sign Language, using both modalities as appropriate for different subjects and settings.
- Adjust hearing aids, FM units, and cochlear implant processors as needed, following audiologists' directions.
Benefits
- CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid sick time
- Spread Pay options available
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Job Type
Full-time
