SOESD Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

1. Diagnose prescribe design and implement instruction for eachchild as determined by the IEP.
2. Diagnose prescribe design and implement instruction for communication problems including implementation of effective aural management and auditory training programs.
3. Utilize behavior management for instruction of appropriate personal and social behaviors.
4. Implement and/or organize language therapy based on the childs needs.
5. Advise school personnel parents and community members as to the special needs of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing child.
6. Organize schedule and support inclusion of D/HH students in regular classroom and extracurricular activities as appropriate.
7. Schedule and supervise interpreters assigned to students on caseload.
8. Coordinate participate and/or lead referral eligibility IEP and placement meetings for assigned children.
9. Complete all reports documentation and requests for information in the manner and timeline specified.
10. Establish and maintain positive flexible and cooperative relationships with ESD and local school district staff.
11. Participate in professional growth activities.
12. Comply with local district and ESD rules and policies.
13. Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
14. Perform job related tasks as designated by the coordinator/supervisor.

MINIMUM PREREQUISITES:

1. Teaching experience and/or practicum involvement with hearing students.
2. Teaching experience and/or practicum involvement with Deaf/Hard of Hearing students.
3. Oregon license as Teacher of the Def and Hard of Hearing.
4. Demonstrate sign language communication skills.

LOCATION: In person at assigned school(s) in multiple counties.
LENGTH OF POSITION: 1.0 FTE/190 days (academic year)
SALARY RANGE: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement: $60987.34 to $104983.61 annually for the 2025-2026 school year
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Department Administrator

SOESD Benefits(For .50 FTE and Over):

• Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to 2114.00 per month (family coverage)for health dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
• Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
• 9 paid holidays
• Agenerous 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

Options:

• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts ï½ medical day-care expenses
• Optional Coverage for Additional Life AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
• 403(b)
• Mercy Flights Membership

The following physical requirements are essential functions of the Teacher of
Deaf/Hard of Hearing job description.

1. Stand/Walk: 4-6 Hrs/Day
2. Sit: 1-4 Hrs/Day
3. Drive: 1-4 Hrs/Day
4. Bending: Occasionally
5. Squat: Occasionally
6. Climb Stairs: Occasionally
7. Single Grasping: Occasionally
8. Pushing: Limited
9. Pulling: Limited
10. Fine Manipulation: Frequently
11. Repetitive Foot Controls: Limited
12. Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Frequently
13. Lifting ( 25 - 50 lbs): Occasionally
14. Lifting (50 - 75 lbs): Limited
15. Lifting (75 - 100 lbs): Limited


Note:This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws including ORS Ch. 659 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.