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JOB TITLE: Teacher of the Deaf
LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 187 days
REPORTS TO: Campus Administrator
PAY GRADE: In accordance withBoard approved salary schedule
DEPARTMENT: Special Education
DATE REVISED: 03/11
Disclaimer: This is a grant funded position. Funds for this position are expected to be available up to the end of the school year. In addition to other specified conditions of employment the applicant understands that no guarantee of continued employment beyond the availability of the grant funds is expressed or implied by Irving Independent School District.
JOB GOAL:
Provide hearingimpaired students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials according to ability levels. Work in selfcontained team department home setting or itinerant capacity as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree
Valid Texas Teachers Certificate with deaf education endorsement.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Knowledge of special needs of students with hearing impairments
Knowledge of Admission Review and Dismissal Committee process and IEP goal setting process and implementation
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Receptive and expressive sign language skills (level determined by students needs)
Knowledge of hearing aid equipment
SkiHi Parent Advisor needs special training
EXPERIENCE:
At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.
MAJOR PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Instructional Strategies:
1. Collaborate with students parents and other members of the staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned.
2. Implement an instructional therapeutic or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence or preparation as required.
3. Plan and use appropriate instructional/learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect accommodations for individual needs of students assigned.
4. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist students included in regular classes with assignment.
5. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
6. Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results for instructional activities.
7. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by the IEP.
8. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
9. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s).
10. Use appropriate technologies in the teaching/learning process.
11. Train supervise and evaluate parents of hearingimpaired infants and toddlers.
12. Train supervise and evaluate PELE High School students.
13. Train supervise and evaluate assigned practicum students and student teachers from universities.
14. Use an appropriate methodology of communication for each individual student.
15. Incorporate speech and auditory training skills into curriculum.
16. Emphasize language development throughout the school day.
Student Growth and Development:
17. Consistently assess student achievement through formal/informal testing.
18. Provide or supervise personal care medical care and/or feeding of students.
19. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and approved by the school.
20. Present a positive role model for students that support the mission of the school district.
21. Consult with regular classroom teachers regarding academic success in the regular classroom.
Classroom Management and Organization:
22. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the intellectual physical social and emotional development of students.
23. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including crisis intervention and physical restraint of students according to IEP.
24. Consult with regular classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
25. Consult with district and outside resource personnel regarding the education social medical and personal needs of students.
26. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
27. Assist in the selection of books equipment and other instructional materials.
Communication:
28. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents on a consistent basis.
29. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues students parents and community members.
30. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
31. Maintain documentation of communication with parents and other professionals.
32. Act as an interpreter for students in special area classes programs assemblies announcements and ARD Committee meetings etc.
Professional Growth and Development:
33. Participate in the district staff development program.
34. Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
35. Demonstrate behavior that is professional ethical and responsible.
36. Attend various conferences and/or workshops designed specifically for educators of the deaf.
Policy Implementation:
37. Keeps informed of and comply with federal state district and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
38. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.
39. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
40. Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to communicate (verbal written and sign language); ability to instruct; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Coordinate programming for students in a variety of educational settings with multiple interventions. Use of total communication for extended periods of time. Stooping kneeling crouching and crawling. Moderate lifting and carrying.
Safety: Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner. Observe all safety precautions.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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