Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Educational Service Unit 8 in Neligh, NE is accepting applications for Teacher of The Deaf/Hard of hearing.
REQUIREMENT: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Valid, current Nebraska teaching certificate Shall have specific training and endorsement in the level and discipline of the proposed assignment. (Exception may be made by the Superintendent of Schools in special circumstances)
REPORTS TO: Regional Program Coordinator/ Director of Special Education
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Regional Deaf Educational Coordinator and Director of Special Education
JOB GOAL: To organize and conduct a learning situation which will enable students to master appropriate levels of subject matter, skill in communication, and a respect for the rights of others. The teacher shall make a positive contribution which will assist the student in his/her development as a mature, able and responsible adult.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 185 day or as established by the Board of Education.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of administrative guidelines. Evaluated by Director of Special Education and Regional Program Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
BASIC
Implements Board policy regarding education philosophy/curriculum under the direction of the administration through planning, organizing, managing, interacting with students; establishing rapport with students, staff, parents, and community; and continuing professional development.
FREQUENT
Plans instructional objectives and activities consistent with curriculum guides.
Directs and supervises learning activities in and out of the classroom.
Implements the disciplinary procedures of the District.
Supervises behavior in the school environment to maintain the safety and well being of the students and staff.
Keep accurate records of attendance, absences and tardiness.
Uses an appropriate variety of instructional approaches.
Makes good use of appropriate materials and aids.
Instruction is individualized to enable all students to experience academic growth and personal success.
Communicates a positive support of the students in their educational development.
Recognizes the exemplary influence of the educator over the students.
Select and/or design and administer formal and informal assessment.
Analyze present learning tasks and instructional demands.
Synthesize information from numerous sources (parents, audiologists, psychologist, counselors and specialty clinics and integrate with own findings.)
Participate in group diagnostic activities with a Multidisciplinary Team.
Develop an I.E.P. for every student that participates in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program.
Utilize instructional materials that are congruent with the stated goals and objectives of the student’s I.E.P.
Arrange for checking child’s hearing aid and auditory trainer to ensure maximum benefit from their receivers.
Maintain accurate, complete and confidential records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
Provide necessary in-service and consultation to classroom teachers and other personnel working with the student.
Organizing and implementing educational and social activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer