SUMMARY: Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing are partners with educators, families, and communities to provide effective learning environments for students with hearing impairments. Services provided include direct instruction in skills related to hearing impairment, consultation to support student needs across settings, and adaptation of materials. The itinerant position requires travel within and among the districts assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides an appropriate Individualized Educational Program for students, including the development and implementation of an IEP that demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources.
• Facilitates IEP meetings for the purpose of developing educational plans for hearing-impaired students.
• Select instructional outcomes and design coherent instruction for high-level learning.
• Designs and conducts ongoing formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
• Plans for the use of technology and other supplemental and supportive materials and resources appropriately in lessons.
• Interprets the special needs of students with hearing impairments to classroom teachers and counselors for the purpose of increasing understanding of students’ needs, accommodations and modifications.
• Knowledge of the content and pedagogy is extensive, showing evidence of a continuing search for improved practice.
• Outcomes reflect high-level learning relating to curriculum frameworks and standards, are adapted, where necessary, to the needs of individual students, and permit viable methods of assessment.
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport and establishes a culture for learning, where learning is valued by all.
• Sets high expectations for learning for all students.
• Manages procedures and routines to ensure minimal loss of instructional time.
• Provides instruction via clear and accurate communication.
• Provides clear, accurate, and scaffolded explanation of the purpose and content of a lesson that connects with students’ knowledge and experiences.
• Provides timely, quality feedback to students during instructional time.
• Engages students in learning while making lesson adjustments as necessary.
• Integrates related services into the instructional program.
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness to students’ interests and needs in planning and implementing instruction.
• Uses effective questioning and discussion techniques to promote thinking and understanding by students in their learning and to assess student knowledge.
• Maintains student records, including all required paperwork and IEPs, adhering to required timelines.
• Maintains accurate records, including data and progress monitoring to design future instruction.
• Communicates regularly with families about the instructional program and student progress and attempts to engage families in the instructional program.
• Works collaboratively with other IU and district general education staff and students to integrate students into building-level activities and classes.
• Participates in district and IU activities.
• Maintains positive relationships with staff, students, and families by demonstrating mutual respect and cooperation.
• Seeks out and participates actively in professional development activities that contribute to the profession's growth.
• Seeks feedback on practice from supervisor and colleagues.
• Reflects on lesson effectiveness, the extent to which it meets instructional outcomes, and adjusts lessons accordingly.
• Complies fully with all federal, state, IU, and school district policies, procedures, and regulations. 
• Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of supporting and maintaining the program for the deaf and hard of hearing.
• Implement de-escalation techniques and physical interventions, in accordance with safety care certification competencies without restrictions,  to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment
• Maintain a valid state driver’s license and ability to drive without advanced notice 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises students when in an individual or group setting.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in education

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

PDE Certification in Special Education- Hearing Impaired, required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and professional correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of staff, teachers, parents, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:  

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:  Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on academic standards and individual objectives that meet the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and community; ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communication. Competent in the use of computer technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently walking and standing while performing the duties of this job. The employee may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the duties of this job.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and close vision such as to read typewritten material.  The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with, students, parents, the public, and other professional staff.  The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and achievement of students. Driving is required. The employee must be able to maintain a vehicle and appropriate licenses to drive.