Teacher Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Science SDBF

Title: Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Science SDBF
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State Role

Title:

Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range: $53,133 - $80,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: VA School for the Deaf & Blind

Location: VA School for Deaf & Blind

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for Science to provide classroom instruction for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, deafblind, and other disabilities. The position is a 10‑month faculty role with state benefits, including health insurance, retirement, life insurance, and disability coverage. The beginning date for this position is the beginning of our next school year in July 2026.

• Curriculum/Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) management and planning
• Differentiated Instruction implementation
• Classroom organization and management
• Evaluation, reporting and recordkeeping
• Communication and professional/community relations
• Participation in staff development
• Development of Individualized Educational Programs (IEP)
• Develop and implement lesson plans according to grade level Standards of Learning with appropriate accommodations
• Monitor Student Progress through data collection
• Modify instruction based on analysis of student data and performance
• Ability to design and implement appropriate instruction for children with hearing loss
• Knowledge of child growth and development, and special needs of children with disabilities
• Ability to develop effective instructional strategies and methods and to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
• Minimum proficiency level of “Intermediate” in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an “Advanced” level within three years of employment
• Ability to follow school policies and procedures and work using a team approach
• Knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning
• Ability to assess and document student progress according to best practices, including but not limited to pre‑test and post‑test assessments, and to use assessment data to guide instruction

• $3,500 Sign‑on Bonus available
• Great comprehensive benefit package
• Supportive and positive team setting
• Small caseloads and ample resources
• Small student‑teacher ratio
• School‑Residential partnership that supports a 24/7 learning environment

• At least a Baccalaureate Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia teaching license issued by the Board of Education with an endorsement in Special Education – Deaf and Hard of Hearing PreK‑12. (If holding a secondary science endorsement, must obtain a special education endorsement within established deadlines.)
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• Hold a valid Virginia Driver’s License.
• Minimum proficiency level of “Intermediate” in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an “Advanced” level within three years of employment.

• Experience teaching special needs students with sensory impairments is preferred.
• Ability to design and implement appropriate instruction for children with hearing loss.
• Knowledge of child growth and development, and special needs of children with disabilities.
• Ability to develop effective instructional strategies and methods and to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Minimum proficiency level of “Intermediate” in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an “Advanced” level within three years of employment.
• Ability to follow school policies and procedures and work using a team approach.
• Knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning.
• Ability to assess and document student progress according to best practices and to use assessment data to guide instruction.
• Ability to read and write professional reports and use relevant information to develop IEPs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other school staff.

VSDB is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Name:
Jody Beelendorf

Phone:

Email: jody.beelendorfginia.gov