Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher, Wyoming Indian Schools (District)

Description

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TITLE: Deaf/Hard of Hearing Instructor

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Meet Wyoming teaching certification requirements for Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing
2. Meet Professional Teaching Standards Board certification in special education, with experience in deaf education.
3. Sign language fluency required.

REPORTS TO: Special Education Director/District Superintendent

JOB GOAL:Coordinates and provides a program of services to Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH) students. Provide in-services and direct consultation to District staff dealing with D/HH students. Assist in child find and identification of services. Provides case management and direct services to students as necessary.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports, interprets and implements Board policies, administrative regulations and directives.
2. Coordinates and provides programs for services to Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH) students.
3. Develop a coordinated team effort for service delivery encompassing program staff, District staff, parents and students.
4. Provide in-service regarding the educational/social-emotional needs of D/HH students.
5. Provide consultation and intervention strategies to staff members and parents of specific students.
6. Assist in child find and identification of services, attending all IEP and MDT meetings as deemed necessary.
7. Initiate and maintain educational plans for D/HH students, providing direct instructional services as necessary.
8. Assist with planning and initiating new program offerings to staff, D/HH students and their hearing peers.
9. Prepares and provides program requests for the purchase of recommended supplies, materials,equipment and services.
10. Perform any duties that may be assigned by supervisor.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Term Life Insurance
Retirement
Compensation for ongoing education
Additional Compensation for national Board Certification
Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness and Cancellation Programs
Possible district housing - if available