Mobile Deaf & Hard of Hearing Educator

Jefferson Parish School District; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Schools is seeking an Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to support resource level students in Harvey, Louisiana. You will provide IEP-driven instruction and collaborate with regular education staff to maximize learning for hearing-impaired students.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, coordinating materials and equipment, and offering in-service training to staff. Proficiency in sign language and telehealth is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and Louisiana teacher's certification in the area of Hearing.
• Three+ years of experience in the education of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in the general education setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and skilled in Google Suite.
• Basic proficiency in sign language.
• Working knowledge telehealth platforms and experience in providing virtual teaching services.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other professionals to obtain positive solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provides IEP directed educational services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.
• Participates in the development of IEPs.
• Facilitates services and identify needs of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in the general education setting.
• Requests materials and auditory equipment suitable for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.
• Maintains regular contact with regular classroom teachers to help in preparation of teaching materials and tests.
• Provides in-service training to all regular school personnel so that Deaf and Hard of Hearing students are positively received in the school.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and Director of Speech and Hearing Services.

Skills

IEP implementation

Effective communication

Sign language basics

Collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related

Louisiana teacher's certification in Hearing

Advanced Degree (Desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Suite

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Jefferson Parish Schools is seeking an Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to support resource level students in Harvey, Louisiana. You will provide IEP-driven instruction and collaborate with regular education staff to maximize learning for hearing-impaired students.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, coordinating materials and equipment, and offering in-service training to staff. Proficiency in sign language and telehealth is preferred.