itinerant teacher for deaf and hard of hearing children

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY #3481

Position: Teacher of the Deaf-Blind – Multiple Disabilities Inclusion Location: Delaware School for the Deaf

Closing Date: Until filled

Qualifications:  Fluency in American Sign Language – preferred  State of Delaware Certification in Deafness, Visually Impaired and/or Special Education (DeafBlindness preferred)  Experience with best practices with instruction of children with sensory impairments (deaf, hard of hearing, blind, low vision and/or deaf-blind) and other challenges (e.g. autism spectrum disorders, and/or cognitive delay)  Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per work day.  Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance).  Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students  Experience working with students birth to 21 with deaf-blindness preferred, deafness or blindness desirable  Working knowledge of best and/or promising practices for multiple disabilities with sensory impairments in regards to alternative augmentative communication strategies, impact of combined vision and hearing impairments as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective. Responsibilities:

See Performance Responsibilities on reverse side

Starting Date:

Mutually agreeable

Salary:

Teacher salary schedule based on experience and degree. Salary Schedule can be found on the districts website:

https://christinak12.org/ourpages/auto/2012/6/27/51310670/Teachers-Non-Grandfathered--FY2019.pdf

Interested applicants must complete an online teaching application and upload a letter of interest, resume, copies PRAXIS scores, transcripts, copy of license/certification and three current letters(within one year of application) of recommendation. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position. Apply online: http://www.applitrack.com/christina/onlineapp/default.aspx APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resources Office 600 North Lombard Street Wilmington, DE 19801 PH: 302/552-2606  FX: 302/552-2651 Visit our website: www.christinak12.org Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report, a negative pre-employment drug screening and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 600 North Lombard Street, Wilmington, DE 19801; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.

2 Teacher of the Deaf – Multiple Disabilities Inclusion Delaware School for the Deaf Responsibilities Serve as primary support and resource for the inclusion of students with multiple disabilities, including collaborative planning and implementation of individualized education programs. Additional teacher responsibilities and duties, include but are not limited to:           

Supporting professional development and providing instructional staff and families resources regarding the impact of the student’s sensory loss and additional conditions/disabilities on students’ learning Directing, monitoring and reporting student progress in attaining IEP goals in conjunction with classroom staff Communicating with parents concerning their child’s progress Support lesson plans and provided recommendations for instructional materials that provide individualized and/or small group instruction. Collaborating in interdisciplinary teams Planning of community-based and transition-focused activities Regularly assessing student learning using standardized and teacher made assessments, work samples, portfolios Assess students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provide developmentally appropriate recommendations and support for instruction to meet those needs. Supervising and assuring student safety Establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior and attitude needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom and vocational environment Attendance at team and instructional meetings as required

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Have working knowledge and understanding of audiograms, ophthalmological evaluation and functional visional assessments

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Have a working knowledge of how the combined degrees of hearing and vision loss can affect learning. Provide support and recommendations towards lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as multicultural/gender and ability fair/developmentally appropriate. Select, adapt and individualize materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skill levels. Performing other related duties as assigned.

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position