Specialized Student Support Teacher

Specialized Student Support Teacher
Employment Type: Long-Term Contract | Year-to-Year Opportunity

Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Teacher – Deaf and Hard of Hearing to provide specialized instruction and support to students who are deaf or hard of hearing. The teacher will develop and deliver individualized instruction designed to support students' academic, developmental, behavioral, social, communication, and functional needs.

This is a long-term contract position with the potential to continue year after year, providing stability and continued work within a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students identified with Deaf and Hard of Hearing (SL)
• Develop and implement individualized instructional strategies based on student needs
• Follow and implement student IEPs and individualized educational goals
• Adapt curriculum, assignments, and instructional materials to support individual learning needs
• Monitor and document student academic, developmental, behavioral, social, communication, and functional progress
• Support students in developing academic, communication, social, and independent living skills
• Create a structured, safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment
• Implement appropriate instructional and behavioral strategies
• Support students' communication and language development
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, interpreters, therapists, administrators, and other support personnel
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress and educational needs
• Maintain accurate student records and required special education documentation
• Participate in IEP meetings and other student support meetings as required
• Provide individualized support based on students' abilities and developmental needs
• Encourage student participation, independence, and growth
• Follow school policies, procedures, and applicable special education requirements

• Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate certification for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (SL)
• T2EA certification accepted
• Experience working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing preferred
• Knowledge of special education instructional strategies
• Understanding of IEPs and individualized instruction
• Ability to modify curriculum and instructional materials based on student needs
• Ability to support academic, behavioral, social, communication, and functional development
• Classroom management and organizational skills
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, teachers, interpreters, therapists, and administrators
• Patient, flexible, and student-focused approach
• Ability to create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment

• Position: Teacher – Deaf and Hard of Hearing
• Specialty: Deaf and Hard of Hearing (SL)
• Certification: Michigan Teaching Certificate or T2EA
• Employment Type: Long-Term Contract
• Contract: Year-to-Year / Long-Term Opportunity
• Location: Detroit, MI

This is a long-term contract opportunity with the potential for continued placement year after year