Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Secondary Special Education Teacher of the Deaf provides instruction to deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or language-delayed students. The teacher creates a respectful, inclusive learning environment and delivers instruction aligned with academic standards, IEP goals, and the mission of the Rhode Island School for the Deaf. The teacher supports student achievement through effective instruction, collaboration, and advocacy.Daily ExpectationsCreate and maintain an organized, positive, and engaging classroom environment that supports student learning and involvementPlan, develop, and implement effective instruction using appropriate instructional techniques for deaf and hard-of-hearing learnersCommunicate clearly with students in their identified language of instruction as determined by assessments and language planningMaintain a current working knowledge of the Common Core Standards, RI Standards, special education regulations, and state testing proceduresMonitor student understanding of the curriculum and adjust or modify instruction, materials, and assessments as neededEstablish and maintain classroom standards of behavior, mutual respect, and safetyMake learning goals clear and maintain high standards and expectations for all studentsDemonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of students, the department, and the schoolPromote confidence, perseverance, independence, and personal responsibility in studentsDemonstrate sensitivity to and appreciation for student diversityEngage and collaborate constructively with parents and familiesMaintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and refrain from gossipWork collaboratively with school staff to plan and implement interdisciplinary curriculum and suggest improvementsUse available resources to analyze, reflect upon, and refine professional knowledge and instructional practicesDevelop and use authentic formative and summative assessments to guide instructionPlan, complete, and document required testing, data collection, and interpretation, including state and alternate assessments as neededModify curriculum and support general education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with IEPs Attend IEP meetings; serve as a special education case manager; write IEP PLAAFP, annual IEP goals and other relevant sections; and monitor and report IEP progress quarterly Implement behavior plans for individual students as neededPrepare lesson plans, maintain accurate records, and submit required paperwork and data on timeParticipate in diagnostic, planning, and professional development meetings and apply new learning to professional practiceMay be delegated certain health care responsibilities by the school nurse, if neededPerform other duties as assigned to support the effective functioning of the school
