Deaf Education Specialist: Language & Inclusion

Beaumont ISD; Beaumont (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaumont Independent School District seeks a Teacher of the Deaf to provide a language-rich environment for auditorily impaired students, developing an intact language system and supporting speech, sign language, and auditory training.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements for the Deaf, and knowledge of ARD/IEP processes; you will plan lessons, modify curricula, and collaborate with campus staff to meet individual student needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements for assignment as a certified teacher of the deaf
• Knowledge of language development skills
• Skilled in sign language
• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal-setting process and implementation
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff to develop IEPs through ARD for each student assigned.
• Implement appropriate instructional strategies to meet individual needs of students.
• Plan and use instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment reflecting accommodations for individual needs.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula and assist students in regular classes.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
• Conduct assessment of student competencies and use results for instructional activities.
• Present the subject matter according to IEP guidelines.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet student needs.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides and/or volunteers.
• Use technologies in the teaching/learning process.

Skills

Sign language

Language development

ARD/IEP knowledge

Team collaboration

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for Deaf

Job description

Beaumont Independent School District seeks a Teacher of the Deaf to provide a language-rich environment for auditorily impaired students, developing an intact language system and supporting speech, sign language, and auditory training.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements for the Deaf, and knowledge of ARD/IEP processes; you will plan lessons, modify curricula, and collaborate with campus staff to meet individual student needs.