Teacher of the Deaf - $90 per hour

Boston Speech Therapy; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Speech Therapy in Boston, MA is seeking a qualified Teacher of the Deaf to educate and support students who are deaf or hard of hearing. This role emphasizes individualized instruction and collaboration with families and school staff.

You will design IEPs, employ ASL and auditory-verbal approaches, assess progress, and adapt materials to meet each student's needs. The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, and paid at $90 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Education of the Deaf or related field (Master's preferred).
• Massachusetts Teacher of the Deaf License valid.
• Experience teaching deaf or hard-of-hearing students.
• Proficiency in ASL and auditory-verbal techniques.
• Strong communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt instructional materials to meet individual student needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement IEPs for deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Utilize effective teaching strategies to enhance learning.
• Support development of ASL and auditory skills.
• Collaborate with families, audiologists, and other professionals.
• Conduct assessments to monitor progress and modify approaches.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and promote independence.
• Potentially work with elementary and high school students.
• Manage caseload of approximately 20 students per school.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Auditory-verbal techniques

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Education of the Deaf

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Come work for a local woman-SLP-owned company based in Boston.. where we value YOUR work and make sure that caseloads are MANAGEABLE and that YOU have an appropriate space to work with the materials you need to do your job. Since we are owned and operated by therapists, we understand the unique needs of therapists.

At Boston Speech Therapy, we are seeking a qualified Teacher of the Deaf to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will possess the expertise to educate and support students who are deaf or hard of hearing, fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment. This position requires a commitment to providing specialized instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of each student.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Utilize effective teaching strategies and methodologies to enhance student learning.
• Support the development of communication skills, including sign language and auditory skills.
• Collaborate with families, audiologists, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
• Conduct assessments to monitor student progress and modify approaches as needed.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment that promotes student engagement and independence.
• Potentially work with students from elementary and high school.
• 20 children per caseload.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education of the Deaf or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts Teacher of the Deaf License.
• Experience teaching students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and knowledge of auditory-verbal techniques.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment that supports all learners.
• Ability to develop and adapt instructional materials to meet individual student needs.
• $90 per hour
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• 1099 Contract
• 20 children per caseload plus consults across several schools