Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Position Summary
The Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will provide classroom instruction for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and/or Deafblind children and/or multiply handicapped Deaf, Hard of Hearing and/or Deafblind children ages 3 - 21. The Teacher will plan and supervise extra-curricular activities as contracted for in a residential school. Instruction includes preparation of materials and planning outside of class time as well as individual and group instruction during assigned work hours.
Salary Information
This position is in the classification of Teacher. It is a 0.88 FTE and considered a full-time school-year position. Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $31.27-$35.06 per hour (approximately $57,236 - $64,173 per year, prorated for the 0.88 FTE). For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at time of hire.
Qualifications
- A minimally qualified applicant must meet all the below:
- American Sign Language fluency.
- Licensure or eligibility for a license in Deaf or Hard of Hearing (805) by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
- Well-qualified applicants will also have experience:
- Working with students with additional disabilities.
- Writing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Supporting children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing, preferably in a school-based or educational setting.
How To Apply
To apply, please submit an updated resume and support documentation. Upload a copy of your licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Special Education Program Aide (070) with the Department of Public Instruction. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.
Legal Authorization
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.