Deaf Education Teacher (All Grades) – ASL Proficient

Pennsylvania School for the Deaf; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in Philadelphia seeks a Teacher to provide high-quality instruction across Preschool through Transition Academy. You will plan lessons, model ASL, and adapt teaching to meet diverse student needs.

You will collaborate with therapists and specialists, draft and implement IEPs, track progress, and support students’ academic, social-emotional, and communication development as part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Deaf Education or related field required; master’s preferred.
• Certification from Pennsylvania Department of Education or eligibility.
• ASL proficiency Level 3 (ASLPI) or above required; advanced proficiency preferred.
• Experience with Deaf children across Early Childhood to Secondary preferred.
• Commitment to accessible communication and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons for Preschool through Transition Academy with IEP alignment.
• Draft and implement IEPs; track student progress.
• Collaborate with therapists, teachers, and aides to support learning.
• Model and use ASL consistently in instruction.
• Ensure instruction is developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Collaboration/Teamwork

IEP development

Education

Bachelor's in Deaf Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in Philadelphia seeks a Teacher to provide high-quality instruction across Preschool through Transition Academy. You will plan lessons, model ASL, and adapt teaching to meet diverse student needs.

You will collaborate with therapists and specialists, draft and implement IEPs, track progress, and support students’ academic, social-emotional, and communication development as part of a dedicated team.