Teacher of the Deaf

We are seeking a qualified Teacher of the Deaf to provide a comprehensive educational program for students who are deaf and hard of hearing; to implement individual educational plans within the school’s curricular framework; and to subscribe to and support the school’s mission.

Primary Duties

• Assess and evaluate the educational needs of each child and plan an appropriate educational program.
• Instruct students in all academic areas as assigned. 
• Participate in the writing of each child’s educational plan and attend team reviews.
• Supervise and evaluate instructional assistants. 
• Provide written quarterly progress reports and report cards as appropriate.
• Participate in workshops and other in-service training sessions as scheduled during specified school hours.
• Work effectively with the Speech-Language Pathologist, Educational Audiologist, and all related service providers.
• Work with other teacher(s) or Instructional Assistant in a team situation.
• Implement and use technology as appropriate to enhance curricula. 
• Maintain records and reports for each child.
• Maintain regular parent communication. 
• Responsible for short and long-term planning of daily lessons and activities and for providing written plans and schedules for substitute teachers.

Requirements

• Graduate degree (i.e. MA, MS, M.Ed).
• MA licensure as a Teacher of the Deaf, Special Education Teacher, Early Childhood, or Mild/Moderate Disabilities—or the ability to obtain licensure.
• Fluent sign language skills and comfortable utilizing a total communication approach.
• Experience working with students age 3–22 using differentiated instruction and assessments.
• Competency with required special education processes and documentations (IEPs, progress reports, etc.) 
• Experience working in a school setting.

Salary will be based on degree(s) and experience.

If interested, please send resume and contact information to:

Erika Kaftan 

Education Director

32 Norway Street

Longmeadow, MA 01106

ekaftan@wrsdeaf.org

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