HomeMy WebLinkAboutTeacher of Hearing ImpairedJanuary 2006
TITLE: Teacher of the Hearing Impaired
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Idaho Exceptional Child Certificate with Hearing Impaired endorsement.
Valid Idaho driver’s license.
Must have own transportation. Mileage will be reimbursed by the district.
Ability to work with students, staff, parents, and the public.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Special Education.
JOB GOALS:
To support the delivery of School District 91’s written, taught, tested and reported curriculum and contribute to maximizing student achievement as tested with the Idaho Standards Achievement
Test.
To identify and serve students with hearing impairments so that the student may benefit from a free and appropriate public education.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of assessment and remediation of hearing disorders.
Identifies and refers students for related services.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of special education laws and procedures.
Coordinates and/or participates in IEP Team meetings.
Maintains student compliance files in accordance with federal, state and local procedures.
Develops and implements Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Maintains a uniform and effective data collection system for evaluation student performance.
Interprets and integrates evaluation results to make appropriate diagnosis and recommendations.
Writes required reports clearly and concisely.
Communicates effectively in IEP Team meetings, conferences, and other meetings.
Collaborates with other professionals in matters relevant to student services.
Administers audiometric screening and makes appropriate referrals.
Communicates with students, parents and staff about student progress on a regular basis.
Orders and maintains audio logical equipment and supplies.
Designs accommodations and modifications for students with hearing impairments.
Collaborates with other professionals in the development and implementation of services.
Supervises interns and paraprofessionals.
Maintains and submits data for Medicaid billing.
Seeks out opportunities for professional growth.
Maintains high standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs all other duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of a teacher, the Idaho Code of Ethics, and the negotiated contract.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The exact terms of this position will be determined by the needs of the district and budgetary constraints. Benefits will be in accordance with approved board policy. Salary will
be in accordance with the placement on the Teacher’s Salary Schedule commensurate with years of experience and education.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the Supervisor of Special Education in accordance with provisions of the negotiated master agreement and board policy.