Lead Hearing Impaired Teacher

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Lead Hearing Impaired Teacher

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The Lead Hearing Impaired Teacher is responsible for overseeing and guiding instructional programs for students who are deaf or hard of hearing within Tulsa Public Schools. This role requires leadership in program development, team management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodations and modifications. The position involves working closely with the Director of Special Education Programs and various stakeholders to monitor and assess program effectiveness, allocate resources, and ensure compliance with legal mandates such as IDEA 2004.

The teacher also engages with families and the community to support and advocate for students’ needs.

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field

• Previous experience working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing in an educational setting
• Previous successful supervisory experience and leadership experience exhibiting qualities necessary to initiate change and program or district wide initiatives when necessary

• Possession or the ability to obtain an Oklahoma certification in Special Education and hearing impaired
• Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) and knowledge of assistive technology available to support students with hearing impairments
• Demonstrated understanding of the legal requirements of an IEP and the MEEGS process
• Working knowledge of IDEA 2004
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred