What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Teacher position at Soliant?
Minimum 1 years Deaf & Hard of Hearing Specialist experience required.
Job Details
Location: Boulder, CO
Position type: Full-Time, 37.5 hours/week
Caseload: PreK-8th
Responsibilities
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives and meet the qualifications for this position, please submit your resume to anna.goodyear@soliant.com.
Job Details
Location: Boulder, CO
Position type: Full-Time, 37.5 hours/week
Caseload: PreK-8th
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized instruction to students with hearing loss, adapting curriculum and materials to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students, setting appropriate goals and objectives.
- Utilize various teaching strategies and technologies to enhance communication and maximize learning outcomes.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes the social and emotional development of students.
- Utilize American Sign Language (ASL) and other communication modalities to facilitate effective communication with students and support their language development.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and other professionals to ensure that the educational needs of DHH students are met across all subjects and settings.
- Assess student progress, track data, and provide ongoing feedback to students, parents, and the educational team.
- Act as a resource and advocate for DHH students, promoting awareness and understanding of hearing loss and deaf culture within the school community.
- Stay updated on best practices, assistive technologies, and research in the field of Deaf and Hard of Hearing education.
- Master's degree in Deaf Education.
- Valid teaching license/certification in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education.
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and strong communication skills in spoken and written English.
- Experience working with students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in an educational setting.
- Knowledge of specialized instructional strategies and accommodations for students with hearing loss.
- Familiarity with assistive technologies and adaptive equipment used by DHH students.
- Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters student growth and self-advocacy.
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills to work effectively with colleagues, parents, and support staff.
- Competitive compensation package
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans as well as 401k with employer match
- Tax-free stipends available to those who qualify.
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives and meet the qualifications for this position, please submit your resume to anna.goodyear@soliant.com.
