Deaf Hard of Hearing Teacher

Position type:

Student support services/hearing impaired

Date posted:

1/26/2026

Location:

Various locations

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Position announcement

January 29, 2026

Position: deaf hard of hearing teacher

Location:

various locations

Job summary:

the dougherty county school system is seeking a dedicated and compassionate deaf and hard of hearing (dhh) teacher to support students with hearing impairments. This role involves developing individualized educational programs (ieps), collaborating with general education teachers, and ensuring students have access to an equitable learning environment.

Minimum qualifications:

* bachelor's degree or higher in deaf education, special education, or a related field;

* georgia teacher certification in deaf education or special education with dhh endorsement

(or charter waiver eligible);

* proficiency in or willingness to develop american sign language (asl) skills;

* knowledge of hearing loss, language development, and accessibility supports,

* experience working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing preferred;

* familiarity with assistive listening devices (fm/dm systems, hearing aids, cochlear implants);

* such alternatives to the above qualifications as the superintendent and the board may find appropriate.

Skills and abilities:

* ability to relate and motivate all students;

* ability to successfully integrate technology into the classroom while engaging students;

* ability to differentiate instruction and modify curriculum.;

* strong collaboration and communication skills.

Performance responsibilities:

Instruction & student support

* deliver direct, consultative, and collaborative services to students with hearing impairments based on ieps;

* design and implement lessons using asl, spoken language, cued speech, or total communication strategies;

* support development in language, literacy, auditory skills, speech reading, and self-advocacy;

* modify and adapt instructional materials to ensure access to curriculum.

Collaboration & inclusion

* partner with general education teachers, interpreters, speech pathologists, and support staff;

* ensure classroom accessibility and accommodations;

* participate in iep meetings, progress reviews, and eligibility determinations.

Assessment & compliance

* monitor student progress using formative and summative assessments;

* maintain accurate documentation in compliance with idea and district policies.

Family & staff engagement

* provide guidance and resources to families;

* support staff with training on communication strategies and accessibility practices.

Professional responsibilities

* maintain regular attendance and professional conduct;

* engage in ongoing professional learning;

* perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Physical requirements:

* ability to lift and carry instructional materials and equipment as needed;

* ability to travel between schools within the district;

* ability to stand and actively move around the classroom for extended periods;

* ability to use clear and expressive communication, whether spoken, signed, or written;

* ability to move and position oneself to provide visual access to signing or spoken instruction;

* ability to respond quickly in case of an emergency;

* reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reports to:

special education director

Salary range: 10 month contract length. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, in accordance with the dcss compensation guide

Final date to receive applications: applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by february 5, 2026.

Interested applicants should apply online.

The dougherty county school system does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability.

The system reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations.

Dougherty county school system uses frontline education to manage employment applications online.

About us:

The dougherty county school system is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in southwest georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), 4 learning centers, and the commodore conyers college & career academy. All schools are accredited by cognia.

The dcss offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Dougherty county is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the flint river, and many cypress swamps. The county has a population of approximately 90,000. Our county has two institutions of higher education, albany state university and albany technical college. Notable points of interest include the albany museum of art, the flint riverquarium, the albany civil rights institute, the parks at chehaw, radium springs gardens, and…