Teacher- Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Oral Communication Program

Orange County Dept. of Education • Costa Mesa, CA

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About The Position

The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County's most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE's vision is that "Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success." Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.

Requirements

• Recent experience working in a public school setting with students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid California teaching credential authorizing instruction to deaf and hard of hearing students in a preschool setting.
• English Learner (EL) Authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in kindergarten through 6th grade with varying language needs.
• Experience in developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to deaf and hard of hearing students in a preschool setting.
• Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Collaborate with educators and families to support student development.
• Facilitate English language development and specially designed academic instruction for English learners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree