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Lead Hearing Impaired Teacher
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$64,960 / year median in Oklahoma
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Full Job Description:
Lead Hearing Impaired Teacher Grade:
Teacher's Salary Schedule Tulsa Public Schools' existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above). For more information on our comprehensive benefits packages, please visit: Compensation and Benefits website .Position Summary:
The Lead Hearing Impaired Teacher is responsible for overseeing and guiding instructional programs for students who are deaf or hard of hearing within Tulsa Public Schools. This role requires leadership in program development, team management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodations and modifications. The position entails working closely with the Director of Special Education Programs and various stakeholders to monitor and assess program effectiveness, allocate resources, and ensure compliance with legal mandates, such asIDEA 2004.
The role also involves engaging with families and the community to support and advocate for students' needs.Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field
Experience:
- Previous experience working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing in an educational setting.
- Previous successful supervisory experience and leadership experience exhibiting qualities necessary to initiate change and program or districtwide initiatives when necessary. Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:
- Possesses or ability to obtain an Oklahoma certification in Special Education and hearing impaired
- Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) and have knowledge of assistive technology available to support students with hearing impairments.
- Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the legal requirements of an IEP and the MEEGS process
- Must have a working knowledge of
IDEA 2004
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred