Deaf Education Teacher: IEP & Sign Language

Fort Worth ISD; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth ISD seeks a dedicated teacher to provide direct instruction for hearing impaired students. The role includes facilitating communication, using adaptive equipment, and collaborating with families to support educational outcomes.

The incumbent will develop IEPs, educate parents about deafness, and work with a multidisciplinary team to implement appropriate accommodations and strategies for student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Teaching Certification with endorsement in Deaf/Hearing Impaired.
• Proficient ASL and PSE sign communication.

Responsibilities

• Develops IEPs for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Instructs students in communication skill development and written language.
• Educates parents on deafness and its impact on their child's progress.
• Instructs students in use of adaptive equipment.
• Collaborates with other professionals on deaf education implications and adaptations.
• Attends staff development for content and disability specific topics.
• Maintains confidential records of student progress related to auditory impairment.

Skills

ASL

PSE sign

Written & oral comms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas Teaching Cert Deaf/Hearing Impaired

Job description

Fort Worth ISD seeks a dedicated teacher to provide direct instruction for hearing impaired students. The role includes facilitating communication, using adaptive equipment, and collaborating with families to support educational outcomes.

The incumbent will develop IEPs, educate parents about deafness, and work with a multidisciplinary team to implement appropriate accommodations and strategies for student success.