DHH Teacher

About the role

Northwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. This position supports students with documented hearing loss in regular or special education settings through direct instruction, consultation, and technical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and interventions to deaf and hard-of-hearing students aligned with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and specialists to develop and implement strategies supporting academic and social progress.
• Maintain accurate records of services, assessments, and interventions to ensure compliance with IEP goals and state regulations.
• Participate in IEP meetings, offering expertise in accommodations, assistive technology, and instructional modifications.
• Engage in professional development to stay current with best practices in deaf and hard-of-hearing education, assistive technology, and special education.

Requirements

• Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with appropriate endorsement for teaching students with hearing impairments.
• Proficiency with school-based technology and office equipment, including computers and specialized software applications like Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Current authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Benefits

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for employees working 0.75 FTE or more, with PPO and HSA options.
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plans through the Teachers’ Retirement System of Illinois (TRS).
• Access to 403(b) and 457 retirement savings plans (employee-funded, tax-advantaged).
• Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave based on days worked.
• Telemedicine services at no cost via 1800MD.
• Opportunities for additional summer work and extra pay.
• Ongoing professional development and collaborative environment with monthly meetings and roundtable discussions.
• Regular 1:1 check-ins with leaders.

Pay

$55,501.11 – $109,508.30 per year, depending on experience.

Schedule

182 days per year, 7 hours per day, for the 2026–2027 School Year.