Deaf & Hard of Hearing Teacher – ASL/Bilingual Program

Asd 1817; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) in West Hartford, CT, seeks a dedicated Teacher of the Deaf to join our Education department. This 10-month, benefits-eligible position requires delivering ASL/English bilingual instruction to Deaf and hard of hearing students with a focus on individualized learning plans.

Candidates should hold a Master’s in the Education of the Deaf or Special Education and CT teaching certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education of the Deaf or Special Education is required.
• CT State Teacher Certification (057 and/or 065) preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing IEPs and participating in PPT/team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Deaf and Hard of Hearing students under supervision of the principal.
• Develop and implement specially designed instruction and lesson plans.
• Prepare reports and documentation including progress reports and report cards.
• Collaborate in IEP development and PPT/team meetings.
• Direct the work of Teacher Aides and/or Residential Counselors in the classroom.

Skills

Collaboration

Lesson planning

Differentiation

Safe learning env.

Behavior management

ASL learning willingness

Education

Master’s in Education of the Deaf or Special Education

CT Teacher Certification (057/065)

Job description

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) in West Hartford, CT, seeks a dedicated Teacher of the Deaf to join our Education department. This 10-month, benefits-eligible position requires delivering ASL/English bilingual instruction to Deaf and hard of hearing students with a focus on individualized learning plans.

Candidates should hold a Master’s in the Education of the Deaf or Special Education and CT teaching certification is preferred.