Preschool Teacher of the Deaf, full time, DePaul School for Hearing and Speech, Shadyside

Full-time position with benefits is available for a Preschool Teacher of the Deaf. This role involves creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that fosters language and communication skills, social development, and overall growth.
Duties / Responsibilities:

• Write and submit weekly lesson plans for each student following the CASLLS curriculum.
• Plan and implement learning activities that effectively meet the lesson objectives.
• Conduct formative assessments of listening and spoken language skills.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where students can develop positive self-esteem, build relationships with peers, and develop social skills.
• Create and maintain an effective classroom management plan.
• Supervise students in structured and unstructured settings throughout the school day.
• Communicate regularly with parents or guardians to discuss student progress, successes, share strategies for supporting learning at home, and address any concerns.
• Conduct parent-teacher meetings or workshops to facilitate collaboration and involvement in the child’s education.
• Participate on the IEP team for assigned students; leading the meeting when assigned.
• Write annual IEP present levels, goals, objectives and SDIs.
• Monitor the progress of IEP goals and objectives and keep progress monitoring data on each student.
• Report quarterly progress to parents.
• Attend and participate in department and faculty meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, clinical professionals and administrators to address student needs, department needs and make curriculum adaptations.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Ability Based Competencies:

• Establish and maintain constructive relationships with students, colleagues and parents
• Exhibit professionalism and sound judgement 
• Adapt to changing work priorities / assignments
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality as required by PA code of conduct, FERPA and HIPPA
• Follow the policies and procedures identified within the school handbook

Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• PA state certification for teacher of the hearing impaired
• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• PA state clearances or the ability to obtain them

 Professional Development:

• Stay updated on current research, best practices, and advancements in deaf education and early childhood development
• Attend workshops, training sessions, or pursue further education related to their role

 Physical Responsibilities:

• Safely move around the school building
• Move within the classroom to attend to students’ academic and physical needs
• Support the physical needs of children
• Safely escort a student to any area of the building

 
Interested applicants should email resume, cover letter and contact information, three professional references to Bonnie Smith at  [email protected]