Special Education Hearing Teacher - K- Age 21, Part Time

Job Title: Hearing Teacher - K-age 21 (Part-Time)Supervisor: Assistant Head of SchoolRegular Daily Schedule: 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Calendar to Follow: 10-month Academic CalendarStatus: ExemptTerm: 2-3 Days a WeekResponsibilities:Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with hearing loss, focusing on auditory skills development, language acquisition, communication strategies, and social-emotional well-being.Provide direct instruction in areas such as listening skills, spoken language development, pre-literacy and literacy skills, and social communication.Collaborate with classroom teachers, general education staff, related service providers, and families to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment for each student.Recommend and implement accommodations and modifications within the classroom to optimize access to instruction and participation.Train and coach classroom staff and peers on best practices for working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing.Monitor and assess student progress, document learning gains, and report to parents/guardians and the IEP team.Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in deafness and hard of hearing education and incorporate effective strategies into teaching practices.Maintain accurate records and complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.Qualifications:At least two years of experience teaching students with hearing loss in a school setting.Strong understanding of deafness and hard of hearing, including communication methods, auditory development, and educational best practices.Experience with developing and implementing IEPs for students with hearing loss.Proficiency in using a variety of assistive listening devices and technologies.Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.Commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.Preferred Qualifications:Experience using American Sign Language (ASL) or other visual communication methods.Knowledge of current curriculum frameworks and assessments related to hearing loss.Strong data analysis and reporting skills.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy StatementThe Cooke School and Institute provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Cooke complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.The Cooke School and Institute expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Cooke’s employees to perform their expected job duties is not tolerated. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cooke-School-and-Institut