What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing position at Southern Oregon Education Service District?
We are seeking a passionate and qualified Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) to join our team serving students from birth through age 21 in beautiful Southern Oregon. This dynamic position includes both classroom-based instruction and itinerant services across a variety of educational settings. The DHH teacher will support students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in developing communication, academic, and self-advocacy skills, working closely with families, educators, and service providers to ensure inclusive and individualized educational experiences.
Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of Deaf education, fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) or other communication modalities used by students, and a commitment to equitable, student-centered support across developmental stages and educational environments.
About SOESD
Southern Oregon ESD is located in the Rogue Valley, the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon, home to legendary snow-skiing, white-water rafting, kayaking, hiking, fishing, as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries, the Britt Music Festivals, the Ashland Independent Film Festival, and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
TEACHER OF THE DEAF/HARD OF HEARING
POSITION GOAL: Provide specialized instruction to assigned Deaf/Hard of Hearing children.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Diagnose, prescribe, design and implement instruction for each child as determined by the IEP.
- Diagnose, prescribe, design, and implement instruction for communication problems, including implementation of effective aural management and auditory training programs.
- Utilize behavior management for instruction of appropriate personal and social behaviors.
- Implement and/or organize language therapy based on the child’s needs.
- Advise school personnel, parents and community members as to special need of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing child.
- Organize, schedule and support inclusion of D/HH students in regular classroom and extra curricular activities as appropriate.
- Schedule and supervise interpreters assigned to students on caseload.
- Coordinate, participate, and/or lead referral, eligibility, IEP and placement meetings for assigned children.
- Complete all reports, documentation and requests for information in the manner and timeline specified.
- Establish and maintain positive, flexible, and cooperative relationships with ESD and local school district staff.
- Participate in professional growth activities.
- Comply with local district and ESD rules and policies.
- Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
- Perform job related tasks as designated by coordinator/supervisor.
MINIMUM PREREQUISITES:
- Teaching experience and/or practicum involvement with normal hearing students.
- Teaching experience and/or practicum involvement with Deaf/Hard of Hearing students.
- Oregon license as Teacher of Hearing Impaired.
- Demonstrate sign language communication skills.
SOESD Benefits (For .50 FTE and Over):
- Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2182.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
- Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
- 9 paid holidays
- A generous sick, vacation and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.
Health Insurance:
- OEBB MODA
- Includes medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance
- Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,576.96 - $107,893.12 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $62,577 - $107,893