JOB TITLE Itinerant Teacher– Deaf Education
WAGE Hour Status: Exempt
REPORTS TO RDSPD Coordinator and Special Education Director
PAY GRADE Teacher Salary Schedule
DEPT. School District Special Education
DATE REVISED June 2020
Disclaimer This is a grant funded position. Funds for this position are expected to be available up to the end of the school year. In addition to other specified conditions of employment, the applicant understands that no guarantee of continued employment beyond the availability of the grant funds is expressed or implied by Irving Independent School District.
This position is eligible for a Chapter 21 contract.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Itinerant Teachers specialize in the education, communication, and auditory skills development of deaf and hard of hearing individuals age birth to 21 years. Services are provided in the individuals school home or alternate setting. Itinerant teachers also work with families and educational teams to ensure success in the educational environment.
QUALIFICATION
Education Certification Bachelors degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required deaf education endorsements
Passing score for the TASC sign proficiency test or equivalent skills
Special Knowledge Skills Knowledge of deafness and how it impacts child development
Knowledge of Admission Review and Dismissal Committee process and IEP goal setting process and implementation
Knowledge of ECI and IFSP procedures
Consultation skills and collaboration skills
Knowledge of assistive technology FM systems cochlear implants hearing aids
Ability to read and interpret testing results for example audiograms
Ability to read and administer communication assessments
Knowledge of sign systems such as ASL and SEE
Experience in working with families and young children who are sensory impaired or multiply disabled
Have successful teaching and/or student teaching experience in the area of deaf education
Possess an in-depth understanding of effective instructional strategies
Have an understanding of and compassion for children with various learning styles
Possess an understanding of computer functions and various technology as it relates to instruction
Demonstrate effective communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills
Minimum Experience At least 5 years as deaf education teacher and/or parent advisor preferred.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Collaborate with families and child care providers to provide quality specialized instructional program to students with hearing impairment.
Collaborate with ECI providers to plan appropriate services and assessments.
Utilize knowledge of infant-toddler development to assist families and to create appropriate early learning environments.
Plan and use appropriate instructional-learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodations and modifications for individual needs of students assigned.
Attend trainings for Parent Advisors to stay current on deaf-hard of hearing laws, regulations, and techniques.
Participate in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and assist with identified evaluations for child and family.
Assist families in understanding the nature and degree of childs sensory impairment and the impact of the impairment on childs development.
Coordinate with other involved agencies, therapists, and attend appropriate meetings as directed.
Write and submit developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans.
Maintain working files and confidentiality of all records and information pertaining to families.
Submit all needed paperwork in a timely fashion and maintain permanent files.
Regular attendance must be willing and able to report to work at the designated work site on a regular daily basis according to established work schedule.
Prepare to attend and participate in Admission Review and Dismissal Meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Special Requirements
Conditions Travel required
WORKING CONDITIONS
Mental Demands Ability to communicate verbal and written ability to instruct maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands Environmental Factors Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling regular heavy lifting of students.
Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases exposure to students who may display violent behavior.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.