ROLE AND PURPOSE
The primary responsibility of the deaf education teacher is to provide academic instruction which will enable the deaf and hearing impaired students to access the curriculum as determined by the Admission Review and Dismissal committee with an emphasis on language and communication skill development.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Bachelors degree from accredited university required Masters degree preferred
Certification 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 and Hard of Hearing instructional services including Auditory and 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 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
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
• 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)
Communication and Collaboration
• Communicate with students in signed English during instruction • Provide communication access to students who are deaf and hard of hearing at all times interpreting • Provide an oral emphasis for students as specified in the IEP using oral-aural instructional techniques • Provide instruction in the State Adopted Extended Core Curriculum for students receiving instruction from a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing
Supervision and Support
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides, interpreters, and volunteers • Use instructional technology to strengthen teaching and learning
Student Growth and Development
• Help students analyze and improve study methods • 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 IEPs
Classroom Management and Organization
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students • 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 the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
Communication and Professional Development
• 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 members, districts, and AISD support staff, including RDSPD administrative staff • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and • Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
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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