Itinerant Deaf Education Teacher (2026-2027 Anticipated)

Job Title: Deaf Education Teacher

Reports to: Principal / Deaf Ed. Coordinator

Dept./School: Special Education/Assigned Campus

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade/Days:Teacher Pay Scale/187 Days

Date Revised: 12/15/2025

Primary Purpose:

Provide deaf education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability and communication levels. Work in self-contained team inclusion departmental or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelors degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required deaf education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Proficiency in sign language (ASL PSE SEE etc.) as determined by program needs

Knowledge of specific needs and instructional methods for students who are DHH

Understanding of the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) process and IEP goal development

General knowledge of curriculum instruction and differentiation strategies

Ability to interpret and apply audiological data (e.g. audiograms)

Knowledge of Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT) and personal hearing devices (cochlear implants hearing aids etc.)

Ability to administer and interpret communication and language assessments

Effective communication consultation and collaboration skills

Experience:

At least one year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students parents and staff through the ARD process to develop and implement appropriate IEPs for assigned students.
2. Plan prepare and deliver instructional therapeutic or skill-development programs aligned with each students communication and learning needs.
3. Employ a variety of instructional techniques activities materials and technology to support diverse learning styles and ensure accessibility.
4. Work cooperatively with general education teachers to modify curriculum and provide support in inclusive settings.
5. Participate actively in ARD meetings providing updates on student progress accommodations and instructional recommendations.
6. Maintain accurate documentation of instruction data and progress toward IEP goals.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal measures.
2. Support students in developing communication academic and social skills that promote independence and self-advocacy.
3. Encourage participation in extracurricular and school activities facilitating communication access when needed.
4. Serve as a positive role model and support the mission and goals of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. Create and maintain an environment conducive to communication and learning appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student behavior in accordance with IEPs including implementing positive behavior supports and crisis intervention strategies as necessary.
3. Collaborate with teachers and staff regarding classroom behavior plans and student management.
4. Consult district and community resources regarding students educational social or medical needs as appropriate.
5. Take reasonable precautions to protect students materials and facilities and assist in the selection of instructional resources as needed.

Collaboration and Communication

1. Establish and maintain open professional communication with parents students administrators teachers interpreters and paraprofessionals.
2. Provide consultation and training to general education teachers and staff regarding DHH accommodations communication strategies and use of Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT).
3. Collaborate with audiologists speech-language pathologists and related service providers to support student needs and ensure coordinated services.
4. Communicate clearly and effectively in spoken written and signed formats appropriate to each situation.

Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Services

1. This position may or may not include duties of Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) which involve providing professional home visits and consultation to families of hearing-impaired children between the ages of 03 based on each familys and childs respective needs.
2. Collaborate with ECI providers to plan appropriate services and assessments.
3. Participate in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) process and assist with identified evaluations for the child and family.
4. Model and coach families in strategies to support auditory speech language and early learning development.
5. Support families in understanding hearing technology developmental milestones and available community resources.

Itinerant/Travel Services

1. This position may or may not include duties of an itinerant teacher providing direct and/or consultative services to students across multiple campuses districts or throughout Region 9.
2. Deliver instruction and consultation in various educational settings to ensure appropriate accommodations modifications and accessibility.
3. Collaborate with campus teams and service providers to support student success and maintain consistent communication with each assigned site.

Assessment and Documentation

1. Administer norm-referenced criterion-referenced or curriculum-based assessments in accordance with district and special education department procedures.
2. Analyze and interpret assessment data to determine instructional levels develop IEP or IFSP goals and guide educational programming.
3. Prepare comprehensive written reports summarizing results interpretation and recommendations.
4. Maintain compliance with all reporting documentation and confidentiality requirements within established timelines.

Other

1. Participate in staff development RDSPD district regional and state trainings to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
2. Stay informed and comply with all federal state district and campus regulations and policies relevant to deaf education.
3. Attend faculty meetings serve on committees and contribute to departmental collaboration.
4. Compile and maintain all required records reports and documentation accurately and on schedule.
5. Maintain professional ethics and confidentiality regarding student information.
6. Regular and reliable attendance
7. Other duties as assigned by supervisor or principal.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) and/or sign language interpreter(s).

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Move small stacks of textbooks media equipment desk and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to control behavior through physical restraint. Exposure to biological hazard.

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The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race color sex (including pregnancy) national origin religion age disability genetic information veteran or military status or any other legally protected status. Additionally the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

The district Title IX Coordinator is Jennifer Spurgers Director of Human Resources 1104 Broad St. Wichita Falls TX 76301

Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to Human Resources .

Required Experience:

IC