Teacher of Deaf/Hearing Impaired

Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit • Milton, PA

131d

About The Position

The Teacher of Deaf/Hearing Impaired teaches students who require deaf and hearing impaired support. This position is responsible for promoting the social, emotional, communication and academic growth of their students. In addition, also may provide instruction in the use of adaptive techniques and/or equipment to overcome problems encountered by students due to their hearing impairments. The teacher will exercise initiative and judgment in providing an individualized educational program to each student. The teacher will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary team in the overall development of educational programs for the students.

Requirements

• Requires a minimum of a Master's degree in the area of education of deaf/hearing impaired.
• A valid Pennsylvania teacher certificate in the area of 9205-Hearing Impaired PK-12.
• Adequate skills in the use of sign language/total communication required.
• Possess an understanding of state and federal regulations as they pertain to special education.
• Demonstrated organizational, written and oral communications skills are essential.
• The position requires highly effective interpersonal skills, teamwork and an ability to function independently.
• Effective operation of personal computers and email is an essential part of this position.
• Experience with social services, affiliated agencies or mental health is beneficial.
• The person holding this position will possess the ability to direct, control, plan, and use good judgment and communicate effectively to stimulate learning.
• Experience/knowledge in various communication techniques and working knowledge of current assistive technology is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and daily management of paraprofessionals assigned to the program.
• Collaborates with the IEP team to develop an educational program that will be directed toward the development of academic, communication and social/emotional skills.
• Collects and maintains appropriate data and information on students for the purpose of progress monitoring and instructional decision making.
• Works with related service staff, parents, and agencies to incorporate the various disciplines into an educational program.
• Maintains a healthy and safe classroom environment that facilitates the learning process for students with hearing loss.
• Utilizes positive behavior support strategies to effectively manage student behavior.
• Displays competence in dealing with any physical and/or medical emergency which might arise.
• Creates well structured objectives/lessons that are meaningful and adaptable to students with hearing loss in home, school and community.
• Maintain regular home-school communication for the development of consistency and feedback in both the home and school situations.
• Provide literature, articles, information and resources regarding hearing loss and services to families, staff members and peers.
• Maintain individual student tracking and billing information in a database that allows monthly submission of data in a timely and efficient manner.
• Receives referrals of children who may need the services from: teachers, nurses, ophthalmologists, audiologists, preschool caseworkers, etc.
• Create and maintain an itinerant schedule which maximizes student contacts.
• Print and submit in a timely manner the required paperwork associated with Medicaid billing.
• Adheres to Federal, State, IU, District and other applicable procedures, policies, and regulations.

Benefits

• Ongoing education to meet Act 48 certification requirements.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Knowledge of amplification, FM units and cochlear implant process.
• Participates in workshops/seminars to increase knowledge in special education/hearing loss.
• In accordance with PA Chapter 14.133, staff will participate in training regarding behavior prevention, de-escalation, and/or safe physical management techniques.
• Participates in training sessions on best use of IEP software.
• Participates in workshops/seminars to increase computer skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree