Special Education Teacher - Deaf and Heard of Hearing (Districtwide)

Juneau School District; San Jacinto (CA); In loco; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Teachers Retirement System plan

Descrizione del lavoro

The Juneau School District is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's in special education and a valid Alaska teaching certificate.

This full-time position requires managing student caseloads, knowledge of ASL, and collaboration with parents. The district offers competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a robust retirement plan.

Competenze

• Requires Bachelor's or Master's degree with 30 credits in special education.
• Must possess a valid Alaska teaching certificate.
• Experience managing large diverse caseloads.

Mansioni

• Manage a caseload of deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
• Modify instruction for individual needs.
• Collaborate with parents and teams to enhance educational programs.

Conoscenze

Knowledge of ASL

Experience managing large caseloads

Flexibility in collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of diverse teaching strategies

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's degree in education or special education

Valid Alaska teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement

Descrizione del lavoro

Special Education Teacher - Deaf and Heard of Hearing (Districtwide) – JobID: 9949

Position Type: Special Education – Specialist / Vision Specialist

Location: Districtwide, Student Services Department

Full time Position: 1.0 FTE

Position Summary

The successful candidate will manage a student caseload of preschool- to high school‑aged deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students districtwide. The position requires knowledge of relevant curriculum and the ability to teach specific content areas, and to modify instruction for deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students. The candidate must possess knowledge of ASL and English language development, skill in constructing communication systems, and proficiency in educational interpreting to guide and collaborate with interpreters. The role demands appreciation for parental concerns, availability to parents, and the ability to contribute to dynamic, innovative teams focused on enhancing educational programs. The position must also be proficient in assessment practices.

Teaching/Certified Position

Requires a valid Alaska teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement(s). For more details, see http://www.eed.state.ak.us/TeacherCertification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in education or special education (minimum 30 college credits in special education)
• Valid Alaska teaching certificate with a Special Education – Hearing Impaired endorsement, or ability to obtain upon hire
• Recent experience managing large caseloads with diverse students
• Flexibility to work with colleagues and community members in multiple settings
• Knowledge of current best practices in special education
• Knowledge of diverse teaching strategies for students with varied needs
• Appreciation for parental concerns and availability to parents
• Skill facilitating challenging/mediate IEP meetings to design appropriate educational programs
• Demonstrated skill delivering SPED professional development through research‑based strategies
• Knowledge of Alaska state SPED legal and procedural compliance
• Excellent interpersonal skills promoting positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues

Preferred Requirements

• Master's Degree in special education preferred
• Recent experience teaching special education and general education
• Understanding of IDEA requirements

Compensation

Salary depends on experience and education. The Juneau School District offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, and the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) plan.