What are the responsibilities and job description for the Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf 3142025 position at Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf?
Programs of the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
POSITION TITLE:
Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf
REPORTS TO:
To be determined
LOCATION:
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
300 E Swissvale Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
POSITION START:
ASAP
JOB
DESCRIPTION:
This is a full-time, exempt, 187-day itinerant teacher position. Responsibilities include assessing the educational
performance of students who are deaf and hard of hearing to determine educational programming with an IEP team.
Plan, prepare and facilitate specialized instruction to optimize language and communication development according to
their IEP. Attend professional development to increase knowledge in the field of deaf education. Act as a liaison to
school-based instructional staff and personnel. Maintain records, data, IEP information, and log information into a
database for the LEA to monitor IEP progress. Collaborate with staff regarding student’s needs to ensure students
receive appropriate programming according to their IEP and communication plans. Performs communication equipment
checks as needed to ensure all devices, such as AAC devices, function properly.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of Bachelor’s level degree in Deaf Education with certification in Deaf Education. PA Instructional I or II certification in Deaf Education required.
SIGNING REQUIREMENTS:
The Sign Language Proficiency Interview for the position is “Advanced.” The minimum level accepted at
hire is “Intermediate.”
CLEARANCES REQUIRED:
PA Criminal Background, PA Child Abuse, and FBI Clearance required. Physical, TB and Drug Screen also required. Active CPR/First Aid Certification.
APPLICATION
PROCEDURE:
Send letter of application and resume to:
Lauren Hayes
Director of Human Resources
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
300 East Swissvale Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218
lhayes@wpsd.org
It is the policy of the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf not to discriminate in is programs, education, employment and all
other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, gender identification or
sexual orientation. Any complaints of discrimination should be directed to the Director of Human Resources.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
