Teacher - Deaf and Hard of Hearing

YAI•New York, NY

1d•$75,000 - $92,000

About The Position

Provides hearing education services in 1:1 sessions and/or groups, push-in and/or pull-out based on students’ needs. Collects data through interviews with family members, observations in other therapy sessions and/or by conducting various assessments, including formal, informal and annual assessments, to monitor students’ audiological needs and identify adaptations or accommodations for students’ hearing needs. Creates goals for each assigned student and monitors and documents progress, maintaining student records and preparing assessments, Individualized Education Programs (IEP’s) and/or annual academic goals and regular progress reports. Participates in IEP meetings and/or team meetings, parent-teacher and CSE meetings; participates in legal hearings when necessary and appropriate. Carefully plans lessons in vocabulary, oral and written language and reading skills in collaboration with SLP and classroom teacher. Creates and organizes materials in advance while regularly assessing students’ needs, adjusting lessons, goals, and/or benchmarks accordingly. Collaborates with teachers, related service providers and coordinates with Assistive Technology (AT) Team, as applicable within the school setting to ensure that a comprehensive educational plan is in place to meet the student’s individual educational needs. Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling, working with other service providers and adapting lesson plans and materials, as needed including the creation of adapted books, including American Sign Language (ASL) materials and tangible symbols. Uses various forms of sign language and provides support to help students communicate, develop receptive and expressive language, as well as to achieve academic goals. Communicates and collaborates with parents and outside professionals as needed, specifically as they impact the student’s educational plan. Provides hearing education consultation services to all staff members, as needed and assists in the assessment and acquisition of hearing equipment. Participates in professional development opportunities within the school and beyond. Adheres to all school and department standards, policies and procedures. Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Performs all other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Master’s Degree from a New York State Registered Program which qualifies for certification as a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher (or equivalent); and Current certification and registration as a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard Hearing (or an equivalent permanent certificate) issued by the New York State Education Department.
Well-organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Able to work with a great degree of independence and focus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, including experience using PowerPoint for the creation of adapted materials.
Participates in professional development and CTLE in order to maintain state licensure.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge, competence and skills in assessment, creating individualized lesson plans and goal setting.
Demonstrates moderate fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and tactile and/or protactile sign language.
Familiarity with reading audiology reports and basic knowledge of audiological equipment including cleaning, maintaining cochlear implants, changing batteries, etc.

Nice To Haves

One (1) or more years of direct experience in the field of Hearing Education and/or severe and multiple disabilities
Previous experience with deafblindness, experience with or training in audiological equipment management, etc.
Fluency in American Sign Language

Responsibilities

Provides hearing education services in 1:1 sessions and/or groups, push-in and/or pull-out based on students’ needs.
Collects data through interviews with family members, observations in other therapy sessions and/or by conducting various assessments, including formal, informal and annual assessments, to monitor students’ audiological needs and identify adaptations or accommodations for students’ hearing needs.
Creates goals for each assigned student and monitors and documents progress, maintaining student records and preparing assessments, Individualized Education Programs (IEP’s) and/or annual academic goals and regular progress reports.
Participates in IEP meetings and/or team meetings, parent-teacher and CSE meetings; participates in legal hearings when necessary and appropriate.
Carefully plans lessons in vocabulary, oral and written language and reading skills in collaboration with SLP and classroom teacher.
Creates and organizes materials in advance while regularly assessing students’ needs, adjusting lessons, goals, and/or benchmarks accordingly.
Collaborates with teachers, related service providers and coordinates with Assistive Technology (AT) Team, as applicable within the school setting to ensure that a comprehensive educational plan is in place to meet the student’s individual educational needs.
Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling, working with other service providers and adapting lesson plans and materials, as needed including the creation of adapted books, including American Sign Language (ASL) materials and tangible symbols.
Uses various forms of sign language and provides support to help students communicate, develop receptive and expressive language, as well as to achieve academic goals.
Communicates and collaborates with parents and outside professionals as needed, specifically as they impact the student’s educational plan.
Provides hearing education consultation services to all staff members, as needed and assists in the assessment and acquisition of hearing equipment.
Participates in professional development opportunities within the school and beyond.
Adheres to all school and department standards, policies and procedures.
Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Performs all other duties, as assigned.