Deaf Hard of Hearing Teacher; District Wide

Summary

The role encompasses identification, screening, and evaluation for learners from birth through age 22, including conducting initial assessments, completing re-evaluations, and reviewing medical records when appropriate. Under the supervision of the Special Education Director, this position provides high-quality educational services to deaf and hard of hearing students from preschool through high school. The position supports team participation in planning and implementing student programs;

fosters communication and social skill development; promotes interdepartmental collaboration; and strengthens parent-teacher-student partnerships. There are opportunities to develop and integrate adaptive technology, vocational education, and inclusive practices with general education settings.

• Minnesota Teacher Licensure in Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
• Sign Language proficiency is preferred.

• Identification, Screening, and Evaluation
  • Complete initial evaluations and re-evaluations and assessments for students throughout the district (B-21).
  • Gather and review appropriate medical records as applicable.
  • Interpret results of audiological assessments and perform assessments of functional listening to determine the effect of hearing loss on a student s ability to learn.
• Service Delivery
  • Facilitate accommodations and modifications to educational materials, assistive technology, and the instructional environment.
  • Provide direct and indirect D/HH services to students throughout the district.
  • Gather, monitor, review and communicate data to school staff, student and families. Recommend programming or accommodations based on data.
  • Identify the need for, assist in the selection of, and provide work direction to interpreters when necessary.
• Consultation and Collaboration
  • Attend, provide input, and help determine appropriate accommodations, modifications, and supports.
  • Advise on the selection of specialized equipment and instructional materials/supplies when the need for Assistive (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). identified.
  • Monitor the use of necessary equipment to ensure proper functioning as well as consistency and fidelity of use.
• Professional Development
  • Provide ongoing training to educational teams in the areas of: use and care of specialized equipment and curriculum materials, use of accommodations and modifications, other D/HH related topics.
  • Develop resources pertinent to D/HH services.

Required Knowledge:

• District policies and procedures.
• Principles, practices, and ethical standards of school nursing.
• Disabilities and accommodations.
• Community resources and programs available to clients with identified needs.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Creating and administering individualized treatment plans.
• Interpreting, and applying state and Federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District s established Core Values.
• Advancing the District s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical and environmental requirements described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in a standard office environment and school health clinic setting with moderate physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds;

requires manual dexterity and visual acuity; exposure to hazardous chemicals, infectious diseases, and air/blood-borne pathogens; capable of responding to emergencies and performing CPR.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a school setting. Travel required to locations throughout the District.

1.0 - FTE - 185 Days
HEA Union Contract
Range: BA, Step 0: $48,039.00; MA, Step 0: $52,223.00
Position-specific Benefits information is available