Special Education Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Special Education Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - K-12 School Setting | Colorado Springs, COLocation: Colorado Springs, CO Assignment length: Full-time, 2026/2027 school year Start date: 11/2/2026 Schedule: Full-time, scheduled school hours and days Setting: Public school district, special educationAbout the Assignment We’re seeking a Special Education Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to serve students in a school district in Colorado Springs, CO. You’ll design and deliver evidence-based instruction aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards, with an emphasis on literacy and mathematics. You’ll adapt your teaching for students with diverse needs and ability levels, assess student progress, and adjust instruction accordingly. You’ll also collaborate with families and the education team to support each student’s academic, social, and emotional success. Responsibilities include:Creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment, with students supervised at all timesUsing formal and informal assessments to inform planning and give feedbackIntegrating technology to support instruction and student learningMaintaining accurate records and managing materials and suppliesSupervising volunteers and paraprofessionals where applicableResponding to safety and crisis situations as directedParticipating in ongoing training as requiredThis is an active role that may require moving between locations quickly based on student and staff needs. It requires lifting up to 50 pounds, assisting with student lifts when needed, and physically restraining students when necessary.RequirementsColorado Teaching License endorsed as Special Education Specialist - Deaf/Hard of HearingBachelor’s degreeMeets subject, grade level, and content area qualifications set by the Colorado Department of Education and the districtKnowledge of special education programming and associated legal requirementsAbility to work independently and in a team settingStrong written and verbal communication, organization, and time management skillsUnderstanding of data privacy laws in education