Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
About The Position
Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher for a school setting in Montgomery, Alabama, serving a caseload within Montgomery County Schools during the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher will empower students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing through specialized instruction, collaboration, and support that promotes academic success, communication growth, and independence. The position is listed as starting ASAP and pays $40–$45 per hour, with pay up to $45 per hour. The role includes direct and consultative instruction, IEP development and implementation, assessments, communication-skills support, collaboration with school staff and related service providers, staff training, monitoring hearing technology, family communication, and maintaining documentation and regulatory compliance. Ampersand Therapy describes itself as a women- and therapist-operated company that prioritizes support and mentorship. The company is committed to equity, community impact, diversity, and inclusion. Benefits apply to employees at 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited educational institution with an endorsement in Hearing Impairment.
- Knowledge of hearing impairments, language development, and instructional strategies.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with students with hearing loss in a school setting; preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and consultative instructional services to students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
- Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conduct assessments and use data to guide instructional decisions.
- Support development of communication skills, including spoken language, sign language, and/or total communication approaches.
- Collaborate with general education teachers to adapt curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Work with related service providers, such as audiologists and speech-language pathologists.
- Provide training and support to staff regarding hearing loss and classroom accommodations.
- Monitor and maintain assistive listening devices and hearing technology.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with IDEA and district policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- W-2 employment with liability insurance included.
- Healthcare benefits.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses.
- Mileage stipend between sites.
- Referral bonuses.
- Competitive pay up to $45 per hour and a steady school-year schedule.
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Job Type
Full-time
