Special Education Elementary Classroom Teacher

2026-27 Deaf Education Teacher - Elementary

Elementary

Job Number 0000764005

Start Date

Open Date 02/01/2026

Closing Date 05/30/2027

ROLE AND PURPOSE: The primary responsibility of the deaf education teacher is to provide academic instruction which will enable the deaf / hearing impaired student(s) to access the curriculum as determined by the Admission, Review and Dismissal committee with an emphasis on language and communication skill development.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification

Bachelor's degree from accredited university required

Master's degree preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate in Deaf/Hard of Hearing (EC-12) and Generalist

TASC (Texas Assessment of Sign Communication) or equivalent

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of Deaf / Hard of Hearing instructional services including: Auditory/listening skills training

Oral speech modeling and reinforcement

Vocabulary and language development using visual modality and oral / aural methods ie. Visual Phonics

Use of Total Communication to provide instruction through SEE sign language modality

Use and maintenance of amplification equipment

General knowledge of academic instruction in math, reading, writing, social studies and science

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Instructional Strategies

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning

Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students

Conduct regular assessments of students as indicated by the RDSPD, Regional Day School Program for the Deaf.

Work cooperatively with general education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Work with other members of the RDSPD staff to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district

Communicate with students in signed English during instruction.

Provide communication access to students who are deaf / hard of hearing at all times (interpreting).

Provide an oral emphasis for students as specified in the IEP suing oral/aural instructional techniques.

Provide instruction in the State Adopted Extended Core Curriculum for students receiving instruction from a teacher of the deaf / hard of hearing.

Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s), interpreter(s) and volunteer(s).

Use instructional technology to strengthen teaching/learning Student Growth and Development

Help students analyze and improve study methods and

Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal

Participate as a member of the Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee.

Document student progress on IEP's.

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school Classroom Management and Organization

Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and

Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional Communication

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, RDSPD administrator, principals and

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community

Provide consultation and collaborate with ECI staff, otologists, audiologists, sign language interpreters on staff and from agencies, classroom teacher assistants, SSA member districts and AISD support staff including RDSPD administrative staff.

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and Professional Growth and Development

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills: SEE Skillshop

Deaf Education Professional Learning Communities

Visual Phonics (as opportunities arise)

Statewide Conference for the Deaf (as opportunities arise)

Other

Keep informed of and comply with the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf Shared Service Arrangement.

Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom

Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other documents

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required

Duty Days 187

Additional Job Information This position receives a $3,000/year stipend. This is a pooled position. It is open year round even if no current openings exist.

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