Teacher for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
About The Position
The Teacher for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students develops IEPs, coordinates and collaborates with general education teachers to develop appropriate educational programs in the general education classroom, provides necessary direct educational services, and schedules and supervises sign language interpreters. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Observe the general education settings of students on the caseload and collaborate with teachers to develop optimal acoustics and accommodations for the student to facilitate success. Provide in-service to classroom teachers and staff regarding hearing loss and amplification equipment as needed. Participate in collaboration meetings as established at the elementary schools or make contact with regular education teachers at the middle and high school levels. Frequently evaluate progress by administering formal and informal tests to assess language levels, speechreading, auditory skills, and any other areas related to hearing loss as needed. Develop goals and objectives for the IEPs of students with hearing loss Implement recommended curricula and instructional strategies; collaborate with special education and regular education staff. Provide direct service and/or monitor service to deaf and hard of hearing individuals as determined by their IEPs. Communicate with audiologists and medical personnel (Ear, Nose, Throat Physicians, and medical audiologists) for purposes of assessment and ongoing medical care. Provide guidance and support to families and students working to understand and cope with hearing loss. Attend appropriate building, staff, and other professional meetings. Interpret evaluation/progress data for personnel and parents at conferences, annual reviews, and staffings. Review student files and update information as appropriate. Maintain a schedule that is both responsible and flexible. Make every effort to establish and maintain a positive atmosphere in working with the district staff. Perform other duties as advised by the Assistant Superintendent for Special Services or principal.
Requirements
- Illinois Certificate for Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing required
- Excellent signing skills
- Highly organized
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Excellent problem-solver
Nice To Haves
- LBS1-Unlimited also preferred.
- Two years of classroom experience with deaf and/or hard of hearing students is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Observe the general education settings of students on the caseload and collaborate with teachers to develop optimal acoustics and accommodations for the student to facilitate success.
- Provide in-service to classroom teachers and staff regarding hearing loss and amplification equipment as needed.
- Participate in collaboration meetings as established at the elementary schools or make contact with regular education teachers at the middle and high school levels.
- Frequently evaluate progress by administering formal and informal tests to assess language levels, speechreading, auditory skills, and any other areas related to hearing loss as needed.
- Develop goals and objectives for the IEPs of students with hearing loss
- Implement recommended curricula and instructional strategies; collaborate with special education and regular education staff.
- Provide direct service and/or monitor service to deaf and hard of hearing individuals as determined by their IEPs.
- Communicate with audiologists and medical personnel (Ear, Nose, Throat Physicians, and medical audiologists) for purposes of assessment and ongoing medical care.
- Provide guidance and support to families and students working to understand and cope with hearing loss.
- Attend appropriate building, staff, and other professional meetings.
- Interpret evaluation/progress data for personnel and parents at conferences, annual reviews, and staffings.
- Review student files and update information as appropriate.
- Maintain a schedule that is both responsible and flexible.
- Make every effort to establish and maintain a positive atmosphere in working with the district staff.
- Perform other duties as advised by the Assistant Superintendent for Special Services or principal.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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