Teacher of the Deaf/HH - Special Education - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus! - ASL Proficient

Teacher of the Deaf/HH

• Special Education
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!
• ASL Proficient Beverly School for the Deaf CCCBSD
• Beverly, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Beverly School for the Deaf Job Details

Job ID:

5715838

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description Teacher of the Deaf Immediate Openings Available + 2026-2027 School Year Opportunities This full-time faculty position follows CCCBSD's 204-day school calendar (37.5 hours per week). The annual schedule includes one orientation day in July, followed by 23 summer program days (Monday-Thursday) scheduled at approximately 30 hours per week during the summer session in July and August. The calendar also includes one additional orientation day in September and 181 school days during the academic year (Monday-Friday). Faculty benefit from a school-based calendar while participating in meaningful professional development, collaboration, and program planning throughout the year. Make a Lasting Impact At The Children's Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf (CCCBSD), we provide transformative, person-centered education and services for deaf and/or disabled individuals in a language-rich, inclusive setting. We envision a world where Deaf and disabled individuals, their families, and communities thrive with dignity, purpose, and joy. As a Teacher of the Deaf, you will help shape meaningful educational experiences for Deaf and hard of hearing students with diverse communication, developmental, physical, and behavioral needs — empowering students to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and communicatively through accessible, individualized instruction. Your Impact CCCBSD is seeking classroom teachers with exceptional instructional and communication skills to join our highly collaborative educational team. These positions support Deaf and hard of hearing students ages 3-22, including students with developmental, physical, communication, and behavioral needs throughout their school day. Our classrooms maintain a small student-to-staff ratio of approximately 5:3, allowing for individualized, relationship-centered instruction and strong classroom support. Classroom placement will be based on program needs and candidate strengths. Teachers work closely with an interdisciplinary team of specialists including Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, BCBAs, School Psychologists, Assistive Technology Specialists, Adaptive Physical Education staff, Curriculum Specialists, and more. With interactive technology and communication supports integrated into every classroom, students access instruction through a variety of modalities including American Sign Language (ASL/bi-bi), spoken language, assistive technology, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, individualized instruction aligned with student IEPs and educational goals
• Develop and adapt instructional materials to meet students' unique academic, communication, developmental, and behavioral needs
• Create engaging, language-rich classroom environments that foster communication, independence, and academic growth
• Implement the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks using a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate educational, behavioral, communication, and therapeutic supports
• Participate in IEP development, educational assessments, progress monitoring, and required documentation, including MCAS and MCAS-Alt as appropriate
• Utilize instructional technology, AAC, adaptive tools, and multimodal communication approaches to support student learning
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with families and caregivers to support student success
• Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and communication to classroom Teaching Assistants to ensure effective classroom functioning and student support
• Engage in weekly professional development, collaborative planning, and ongoing learning opportunities
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment aligned with CCCBSD's mission and core values What We're Looking For
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's degree preferred
• Must be eligible for Massachusetts DESE licensure or waiver as a Teacher of the Deaf; licensed candidates strongly preferred
• Coursework or experience in Deaf Education, Special Education, Communication Disorders, Assistive Technology, Early Childhood Education, or related fields preferred
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) strongly preferred; strong communication skills across modalities required
• Experience working with Deaf and hard of hearing students and/or students with complex developmental needs preferred
• High comfort level implementing instructional technology and a range of language, academic, communication, and therapeutic supports
• Ability to provide a supportive, caring, and student-centered learning environment
• Strong collaboration, communication, and instructional leadership skills Why Join CCCBSD?

Live Our Values. Love Your Work. As a Certified Kindness Workplace, we believe that the workplace should be more than a place to achieve professional goals — it should be a space where compassion, respect, and empathy thrive. This culture of care creates a positive, supportive environment for students, families, and colleagues. Our work is grounded in CCCBSD's core values: Humanity, Belonging, Inclusivity, Collaboration, Integrity, and Excellence. Why Educators Choose CCCBSD At CCCBSD, we invest in our educators through meaningful support, professional growth, and a collaborative teaching environment designed to help both students and staff thrive. Current Incentives for

Eligible Candidates Include:

• $3,000 sign-on bonus for Teachers of the Deaf hired for immediate openings
• $2,500 Massachusetts licensure bonus for eligible out-of-state teachers upon obtaining MA licensure
• Up to $1,500 relocation assistance for eligible candidates relocating to the area

Exceptional Teaching Environment:

• Small classrooms with up to 5 students and strong classroom support
• Weekly professional development and ongoing curriculum and clinical collaboration
• Interdisciplinary team model including SLPs, OTs, PTs, BCBAs, School Psychologists, Assistive Technology Specialists, and Curriculum support
• Language-rich, communication-first environment utilizing ASL, spoken language, AAC, and assistive technology CCCBSD's Total Rewards Program Includes the

Following Highlights:

• 15+ PTO days annually, in addition to scheduled school breaks
• Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing in-service professional development
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% employer match
• Preschool discounts and free ASL classes
• Employee referral and longevity bonus opportunities
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits, including up to 12 weeks of family leave and up to 20 weeks of medical leave, in accordance with Massachusetts state eligibility guidelines Starting salary for a first-year, Master's-level licensed teacher is $79,036 annually, with additional compensation based on education and experience.

As CCCBSD approaches 150 years of impact, we continue to honor our legacy of excellence while investing in the future of Deaf education through innovation, collaboration, and kindness. We hope you'll find a professional home here — where your work matters, your values align, and your days are filled with purpose. Join us in making kindness the norm — and building a workplace where together, we truly thrive. Work Environment & Physical Demands This position involves active classroom participation and direct support of students with diverse developmental, sensory, communication, behavioral, and physical needs. Responsibilities may include mobility assistance, feeding support, toileting, physical transfers, playground supervision, implementation of individualized care plans, and occasional administration of emergency medications in the absence of a nurse. Participation in emergency preparedness drills is required. Teachers must be able to actively engage in classroom activities, community-based instruction, and student support throughout the school day. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions. Located on a hill overlooking the scenic Bass River, our seven-acre campus sits at the corner of Echo Avenue and Route 62 in Beverly, MA — just 18 miles north of Boston and about 25 miles from Southern New Hampshire. Our peaceful, welcoming campus provides a beautiful environment for meaningful work and connection. Background Check Requirement Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks, including Massachusetts CORI and SAFIS fingerprinting, in accordance with state regulations. How to Apply Apply directly through this SchoolSpring posting or email questions to Kate Brubaker at katebrubaker@cccbsd.org. Not sure if you meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply — we value potential, lived experience, and a shared commitment to our mission. CCCBSD is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with multilingual backgrounds, lived experience, and/or ties to the communities we serve. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for all candidates.

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Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$72,713 to $112,860 Per Year