Teacher Deaf​/Hard of Hearing - Preschool

Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing
- Preschool

This position will work with a team in our DHH Department and will be the sole provider for our deaf and hard of hearing students in our early intervention preschool program. The provider is a special education teacher specifically trained to teach students who are deaf and hard of hearing and address their unique language and learning needs. Provider is an expert in teaching various skills such as self-advocacy, expressive and receptive language, hearing assistive technology, vocabulary, listening, and transition skills.

In addition, they design and implement instructional plans individualized to each student's needs.

Core Impact Areas Breakdown of

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Instruction (60%)
• Instructional Plans, Conducting Assessments, and Documenting (20%)
• Family and Caregiver Communication (15%)
• Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

Candidates should have the following:

Knowledge of Child Development

Knowledge of Special Education

Knowledge of Deaf/Hard of Hearing Pedagogy

Knowledge of Family and Community Partnerships

Knowledge of Observation, Documentation, and Assessment

Knowledge of Teaching and Engagement

Knowledge of Curriculum Design

Professionalism

Education & Experience:

Required:

Eligible Licenses
- Class 1 Professional Teaching License, or Class 2 Standard Teaching License Preferred:
Eligible Endorsements - 00E EC, 32A HI, 32E HIEC, 32A SPE, or 32E SPE Knowledge &

Skills:

Communication:
Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) or a willingness to reach target proficiency levels to foster cooperative relationships with students and staff. Leadership:
Ability to handle controversy objectively, manage a diverse team, and maintain effective relationships with families and stakeholders. Technical:
Must possess or have the ability to possess the following from The Montana Office of Public Instruction by the first instructional day of the academic calendar

Applicant Pool Statement:
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment:
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. Salary: $49,.00 Yearly Telework Eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status:
Regular

Schedule:

Full-Time Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time Primary

Location:

Great Falls Agency:
School for Deaf & Blind Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees Posting Date:
May 6, 2026, 8:55:44 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone):
Ongoing Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter, Resume, References, Letter of Interest (Internal Position) Contact Name:
Paula Mix | Contact Email: pmix.mt.us | Contact Phone: