What are the responsibilities and job description for the FY27 Deaf Education-Special Education Teacher position at Matanuska Susitna Borough School District?
- Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Knowledge of ASL and Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) development
- Ability to provide direct instruction in ASL for DHH students who use ASL as their primary mode of communication
- Knowledge, experience, and strategies for working with Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH), and Deaf plus students
- Trained in providing assessments in language development/communication related to ASL and LSL
- Knowledge and experience in working with various amplification devices, such as, cochlear implants, hearing aids and FM systems
- Knowledge of working with Educational Interpreters and how they can meet the individual language needs of various Deaf/Hard of Hearing students
- Comfortable and able to guide and communicate effectively with deaf and hearing assistant(s)
- Understanding of various parental concerns/needs related to raising Deaf/Hard of Hearing children and the ability to provide ongoing support and strategies for supporting their son or daughter
- Ability to provide training on communication and language development and work as a team with Regular Education staff that may have DHH students integrated into their classroom for academic instruction and social activities
- Experience in the deaf community and comfortable providing insight/experiences for students and staff related to deaf culture
JobID: 12299
Position Type:
Special Education/Hard-of-Hearing/Deaf Education
Special Education/Hard-of-Hearing/Deaf Education
Date Posted:
3/17/2026
3/17/2026
Location:
Special Education Office
Special Education Office
Closing Date:
06/30/2026
06/30/2026
Description: FY27-Deaf & Hard of Hearing Special Education Teacher
Job Summary: To teach students district wide.
Qualifications: American Sign Language (ASL) fluency and strong auditory/oral skills, specific knowledge and experience in working with cochlear implant students and those who utilize hearing aids and FM systems. Ability to provide training for staff and/or parents in auditory skills preferred. Bachelor's Degree in Deaf Education/Special Education & Alaska Teacher Certificate Required.
Application Procedure: Apply online
Essential Duties
Physical Requirements: LIGHT WORK: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligable amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
Application Procedure: Apply online
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