The Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher of the Deaf/Hearing Support Teacher to provide specialized instruction and support to students with hearing loss, preschool through high school. This role involves direct student services, collaboration with general education staff, consultative services to school districts, and professional development activities. The ideal candidate is committed to promoting self-advocacy, communication, and academic success for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Salary is based on a step scale. Starting salary will be determined by time and experience.
Apply here: https://jobs.leadline.io/jobs/71308
The Hearing Support Teacher will:
- Provide direct services to students, including push-in classroom support and individual pull-out sessions, as indicated in students’ IEPs
- Teach and support development of auditory, language, speechreading, literacy, communication, and self-advocacy skills
- Promote student self-advocacy and understanding of how hearing loss impacts learning
- Monitor the use and functionality of hearing aids, cochlear implants, FM systems, and other assistive devices
- Collaborate with teachers to adapt teaching strategies and recommend classroom modifications and accommodations
- Conduct in-services for general education staff regarding educating students with hearing loss
- Provide consultative services to districts regarding the educational, social, and emotional needs of students with hearing loss
- Collaborate with Educational Audiologists on audiology-related concerns and troubleshoot HAT (Hearing Assistive Technology)
- Evaluate students for eligibility for Hearing Support services and appropriate service delivery models
- Develop evaluation reports, re-evaluation reports, and IEPs in compliance with PDE timelines
- Participate in MDT conferences and ensure compliance with PDE regulations
- Monitor student progress and submit required progress reports and other mandated documentation
- Prepare detailed schedules, yearly calendars, and efficient travel routes for service delivery
- Maintain professional certification requirements, including Act 48 hours, and participate in ongoing professional development
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
- PA Teaching Certification in Hearing Impaired PK-12, required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting students' growth and development
- Experience working with children with diverse special needs
- Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation
- Ability to create and adapt lesson plans for individual student needs
Pay: From $55,676.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
