Teacher of The Deaf (TOD License & Certification)

About the role

This position REQUIRES a valid Texas Deaf and Hard of Hearing EC-12 certification.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supports and manages teaching assistants.
• Mentors teachers who do not have a degree or knowledge in Deaf Education.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assure that educational programs are aligned with program participants and DISH mission.
• Develop, prepare, organize, and evaluate curricula for educational programs.
• Develop and implement educational programs for children with hearing loss aged 12 months – 5 years old.
• Turn in lessons and notes weekly using formal and informal assessments.
• Keep up to date data on each student in developmental areas and academic skills.
• Show knowledge of each child’s hearing and intervention history.
• Maintain active watch of students during class time, lunch, transitions, recess, etc.
• Complete daily amplification checks of student equipment and troubleshoot accordingly.
• Supervise bathroom needs and provide toileting assistance as needed.
• Maintain organizational skills, classroom management, composure in stressful situations, patience when handling children, diagnostic teaching skills, flexibility during schedule changes and special events.
• Collect and maintain all required data on students.
• Monitor and document student progress, attendance, and behavior.
• Develop and adapt lesson plans to individual student needs.
• Assume direct responsibility for students during school hours.
• Supervise junior staff to ensure safety and programs are run according to DISH protocols and procedures.
• Carry out and assist junior staff in developing appropriate student behavior through positive reinforcement strategies and techniques.
• Maintain appropriate contact with parents regarding child behaviors, classroom management, and parent expectations.
• Help with before/after school programs as well as Summer programs as needed by Education Coordinator.
• Aid Public Relations Manager in promoting DDC programs, enrichment/community programs through phone calls, postal mail, email, etc.
• Provide supervision of students at all times during the duration of classes and programs, extending to the release of students to guardians.
• Maintain the highest possible degree of safety inside and outside of the classroom and surrounding building areas.
• Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly DDC schedules, units, events to staff and parents.
• Maintain positive communication with program participants, their teachers/parents/guardians, as well as all visitors to the center.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Assure alignment of educational programs with program participants and DISH mission.
• Develop, prepare, organize, and evaluate curricula for educational programs.
• Implement educational programs for children with hearing loss aged 12 months – 5 years old.
• Turn in lessons and notes weekly using formal and informal assessments.
• Track and document student data in developmental and academic areas.
• Show knowledge of each child's hearing and intervention history.
• Maintain oversight of students during various activities.
• Perform daily amplification checks and troubleshooting.
• Supervise bathroom needs and provide necessary assistance.
• Maintain organizational skills, classroom management, and composure in stressful situations.
• Collect and maintain all required data on students.
• Monitor and document student progress, attendance, and behavior.
• Develop and adapt lesson plans to individual student needs.
• Assume direct responsibility for students during school hours.
• Supervise junior staff to ensure safety and program adherence.
• Carry out and assist junior staff in developing appropriate student behavior.
• Maintain appropriate communication with parents regarding child behaviors, classroom management, and parent expectations.
• Help with before/after school programs and Summer programs as needed.
• Aid in promoting DDC programs and community events.
• Provide supervision of students at all times during the duration of classes and programs.
• Maintain safety and security within the classroom and surrounding areas.
• Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly DDC schedules, units, events to staff and parents.
• Maintain positive communication with program participants, their teachers/parents/guardians, and visitors.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in teacher meetings, all staff meetings, and other assignments.
• Maintain a Texas teaching certificate in Deaf Education.
• Coordinate activities for volunteers and substitutes assigned to the classroom.
• Attend field trips, marketing events, and other school functions throughout the year.

Requirements

• Texas Certification in Deaf Education.
• 5+ years in Deaf education or special education setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive or controversial subjects with tact, kindness, and professionalism.

About Davies Institute For Speech And Hearing

Davies Institute for Speech and Hearing (DISH) believes in utilizing a whole-family approach that teaches children, parents, and family members how to move through the early education and developmental journey. DISH aims to help your child excel past milestones and provide parents with the best resources to support them throughout the process. Families work directly with staff members to build and develop appropriate goals and milestones based on their exact needs. Parents and children collaborate with teachers, speech therapists, audiologists, and occupational therapists based on comprehensive evaluations. Services are offered year-round by our dedicated staff, and parents are encouraged to be involved and ask questions throughout the process. Our staff works closely with families to maintain constant communication on child development and progress throughout the year.