FTE Teacher Deaf and Hard of Hearing; TOD

.5 FTE Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TOD)

Billerica Public Schools Billerica, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job : 5971952

Final date to receive applications: Nov 09, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 30, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education >
Hard of Hearing

Job Description

This is a .5 FTE position and includes employee benefits.

The Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provides specialized instruction and support to students with hearing loss to promote listening, language, communication, academic access, and self-advocacy skills. The teacher collaborates with families, school staff, audiologists, and hearing assistive technology (HAT) providers to ensure students receive appropriate instruction, accommodations, and access to the educational environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited teacher preparation program specializing in deaf and hard of hearing education.
• Experience working with students with varying degrees of hearing loss and diverse learning needs, including students with multiple disabilities.
• Knowledge of hearing assistive technology (HAT), including equipment use, troubleshooting, and coordination with service providers.
• Ability to interpret audiological reports and communicate effectively with audiologists.
• Knowledge of IEPs, Section 504 plans, accommodations, and special education procedures.
• Experience across multiple grade levels and educational settings preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized instruction and activities to support listening, language, communication, and self-advocacy skills.
• Create measurable IEP goals, objectives, and benchmarks; monitor student progress and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Identify and recommend accommodations and strategies that support access to instruction and participation in inclusive and specialized educational settings.
• Support the effective use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hearing assistive technology; coordinate with audiologists and HAT providers as needed.
• Teach students about their hearing loss and help them develop the skills to understand and advocate for their individual needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and other team members to promote consistent support and access across school settings.
• Maintain regular communication with families and school personnel regarding student progress, educational needs, accommodations, and technology.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices in deaf education, hearing assistive technology, and supports for students with hearing loss.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Candidates must be MA certified as a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Salary based on Teacher contract salary schedule, which can be found at:  Go to collective bargaining agreements (BFT - /page 43)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Billerica Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion or religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran's status, military services, marital status, genetic information, handicap, disability, or on any other basis that is protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.

Job Requirements

• CORI & FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE REQUIRED
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Robert Bergeron , Director of Student Services
• 35 River Street
• Billerica, Massachusetts 01821
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