Itinerant Teacher; SY - Deaf Education Job Irving area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Itinerant Teacher (26-27 SY) - Deaf Education

Itinerant Teacher– Deaf Education

Itinerant Teachers specialize in the education, communication and auditory skills development of deaf and hard of hearing individuals, age birth to 21 years. Services are provided in the individual's school, home, or alternate setting. Itinerant teachers also work with families and educational teams to ensure success in the educational environment.

This position is eligible for a Chapter 21 contract.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate, with required deaf education endorsements
Passing score for the TASC sign proficiency test or equivalent skills

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of deafness and how it impacts child development
Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and IEP goal setting process and implementation
Knowledge of ECI and IFSP procedures
Consultation skills and collaboration skills
Knowledge of assistive technology (FM systems, cochlear implants, hearing aids)
Ability to read and interpret testing results (for example audiograms)
Ability to read and administer communication assessments
Knowledge of sign systems such as ASL and SEE
Experience in working with families and young children who are sensory impaired or multiply disabled.
Have successful teaching and/or student teaching experience in the area of deaf education
Possess an in-depth understanding of effective instructional strategies
Have an understanding of and compassion for children with various learning styles
Possess an understanding of computer functions and various technology as it relates to instruction Demonstrate effective communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills

Minimum Experience:

At least 5 years as deaf education teacher and/or parent advisor preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Collaborate with families and child care providers to provide quality specialized instructional program to students with hearing impairment.

Collaborate with ECI providers to plan appropriate services and assessments

Utilize knowledge of infant/toddler development to assist families and to create appropriate early learning environments

Plan and use appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect accommodations/modifications for individual needs of students assigned.

Attend trainings for Parent Advisors to stay current on deaf/hard of hearing laws, regulations, and techniques.

Participate in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and assist with identified evaluations for child and family.

Assist families in understanding nature and degree of child's sensory impairment and the impact of the impairment on child's development.

Coordinate with other involved agencies/therapists and attend appropriate meetings as directed.

Write and submit developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans.

Maintain working files and confidentiality of all records and information pertaining to families.

Submit all needed paperwork to in a timely fashion and maintain permanent files.

Regular attendance; must be willing and able to report to work at the designated work site on a regular daily basis according to established work schedule.

Prepare, attend, and participate in Admission Review and Dismissal Meetings.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Special Requirements/Conditions

Travel required

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate (verbal and written); ability to instruct; maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent standing; stooping; bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; exposure to students who may display violent behavior

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.