ESY - Secondary Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) Teacher

Summary

Plans and implements an Extended School Year program that includes instruction in communication, life, and social skills; works with middle and high school students that require communication in sign language, and/or cued language combined with an auditory-oral approach; student needs may include SOL-based or VESOL-based curriculum taught in the previous school year; utilizes best practices in teaching to achieve student?s IEP goals; manages student behavior; follows pre-designed lessons, activities, and maintains appropriate pacing; orders, receives, and distributes supplies; participates in Summer Collaborative Team meetings; collaborates with administrators, central office staff, teachers, and paraprofessionals; assists with routine care, including personal hygiene, feeding, and other tasks; maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, regulation, and policy.

Qualifications

Must hold a license issued by the Virginia Department of Education and an endorsement in Special Education PreK-12 for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing, with experience in teaching Special Education students and strong fluency in sign and/or cue language. Experience in teaching at the middle or high school level, preferred. Knowledge of the instructional practices, techniques, and materials pertaining to the assigned teaching specialty; proficiency in technology; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop positive relationships with staff, students, and families; ability to engage and motivate students of diverse backgrounds and varied skill levels in a collaborative learning environment.