Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing/Sped Homebound

Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing/Sped Homebound Granbury Special Education Department - Granbury, Texas This job is also posted in Granbury Job Details

Job ID:

5644095

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description •

GRANBURY ISD

requires three references from former employers, college professors, supervisors, etc. with at least a minimum of two references being from previous supervisors. Granbury ISD will not accept references from friends or family members.•

CONTRACT DAYS

188 days

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Evaluate children who are suspected of being deaf or hard of hearing. Provide direct instructional intervention and consultation to facilitate educational progress of students. Serve as the DHH teacher for IEP meetings and develop IEPs for students served. Provide services for children aged 0-2 that are served through ECI. Provide homebound instruction to special education students. Will travel to campuses and homes throughout Granbury ISD attendance zone.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in Deaf Education Texas State Teacher's Certification in Deaf Education Texas State Teacher's Certification in Special Education

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills American Sign Language skills are not required, but are useful when working with nonverbal and/or language delayed students

Experience:

Three years successful teaching experience with children who have hearing disabilities (preferred)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with goals contained in students' Individual Education Plans (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP). 2. Evaluate student progress and complete all required documentation (SHARS billing, progress reports, data collection, service notes, mileage forms, attendance sheets, etc..) 3. Assess students with disabilities and determine eligibility for services. 4. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures. 5. Consult with educational staff and parents regarding services for students. 6. Provide staff development training in assigned school to assist school personnel with using student's hearing devices. 7. Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students. 8. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and needs of the student. 9. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. 10. Assist in the selection of equipment and adaptive material. 11. Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents. 12. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required. 13. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. 14. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. 15. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents. 16. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required GISD is an Equal Opportunity Service Organization; policies, procedures and practices shall not discriminate against any individual with respect to services rendered, compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability.

District Benefits:

Medical Insurance:

TRS-Active Care/Aetna Supplemental Voluntary Health & Life Insurance Products District Paid $25,000 Life Insurance State Personal Leave Days Local Sick Leave Days Texas Teachers Retirement System

Position Type:

Full-Time is 30 or more hrs per week

Salary:

$54,586 to $78,550 Per Year Job Requirements