Teacher Deaf

Willie Ross School for the Deaf – Longmeadow, Massachusetts

Job : 5652450

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

We are seeking a qualified Teacher of the Deaf to provide a comprehensive educational program for students who are deaf and hard of hearing; to implement individual educational plans within the school’s curricular framework; and to subscribe to and support the school’s mission.

• Assess and evaluate the educational needs of each child and plan an appropriate educational program.
• Instruct students in all academic areas as assigned.
• Participate in the writing of each child’s educational plan and attend team reviews.
• Supervise and evaluate instructional assistants.
• Provide written quarterly progress reports and report cards as appropriate.
• Participate in workshops and other in-service training sessions as scheduled during specified school hours.
• Work effectively with the Speech‑Language Pathologist, Educational Audiologist, and all related service providers.
• Work with other teacher(s) or Instructional Assistant in a team situation.
• Implement and use technology as appropriate to enhance curricula.
• Maintain records and reports for each child.
• Maintain regular parent communication.
• Responsible for short and long‑term planning of daily lessons and activities and for providing written plans and schedules for substitute teachers.

Full‑time

$46,095 to $85,646 Per Year

Special Education >
Hard of Hearing

• Graduate degree (i.e. MA, MS, M.Ed).
• MA licensure as a Teacher of the Deaf, Special Education Teacher, Early Childhood, or Mild/Moderate Disabilities—or the ability to obtain licensure.
• Fluent sign language skills and comfortable utilizing a total communication approach.
• Experience working with students age 3–22 using differentiated instruction and assessments.
• Competency with required special education processes and documentations (IEPs, progress reports, etc.).
• Experience working in a school setting.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Erika Kaftan, Education Director
• 32 Norway Street, Longmeadow, Massachusetts 01106
• Phone:
• Email: ekaftan