Deaf Hard of Hearing Teacher

Job Summary

The Deaf & Hard of Hearing Teacher provides a continuum of services to deaf/hard of hearing students throughout the district to enable independence and success in school. The teacher may also provide instruction to students in American Sign Language so that students may acquire skills and earn an elective credit to fulfill graduation and college entrance requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches hearing, deaf, and hard-of-hearing students.
• Consults with parents, other professionals, agencies, and support staff regarding student educational needs.
• Educates parents, teachers, students, and aides on various issues regarding working with children who have a hearing loss.
• Implements board policies.
• Plans and delivers curriculum using culturally responsive instructional strategies.
• Provides support for academic learning, social/emotional skills, self-advocacy skills, and auditory skills for students in special education.
• Prepares and grades papers/assessments to determine student knowledge of learning targets.
• Analyzes test results and makes appropriate recommendations for placement/services.
• Communicates student progress with students, families, district staff members, and building administration.
• Uses formative and summative assessment to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
• Participates actively in building teams and other work groups as identified by building administration.
• Prepares instructional materials.
• Writes reports and IEPs. Works with special education staff to make necessary modifications for students and communicates with parents regarding student issues.
• Develops lesson plans to instruct students and fulfill curriculum and/or individual educational plan (IEP) goals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to work effectively with students using varied communication modes (ASL, spoken English, simultaneous communication, FM systems, cochlear implants) based on individual IEP goals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of hearing aid/cochlear implant use and troubleshooting; coordinates with audiologists regarding student amplification needs and technology support.
• Meets with parents, teachers, other professionals, and students to provide information and support regarding hearing loss.
• Records student progress and other data as required per IEPs and school monitoring procedures.
• Develops and implements educationally appropriate IEPs consistent with IDEA requirements and Texas Education Code; maintains compliance with state and federal special education regulations.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications to effectively perform the job at the time of hire. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

• Valid Texas teacher certification in Deaf Education (or equivalent state certification).
• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Deaf Education, or related field (such as Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, Special Education, or similar field).
• Demonstrates knowledge of Deaf culture and community, understands the difference between deaf/Deaf and hard of hearing perspectives, and incorporates culturally responsive practices in instruction and advocacy.
• Knowledge of child development, brain development, and best practices in education.
• Fluency in American Sign Language (receptive and expressive) and ability to support English language development in students.
• Curricular writing skills.
• Ability to relate and teach people from diverse backgrounds and ability levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Conflict resolution and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer literacy and ability to use several computer-based programs and software.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish or other languages) and demonstrated ability to serve multilingual DHH students preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.