Anticipated Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing- $5,000 Signing Bonus

QUALIFICATIONS:
A degree in deaf education from an accredited college or institution and Ohio Department of Education Certification/Licensure.

JOB SUMMARY:
To identify and provide services to students who are deaf and hard of hearing. Must be able to travel to various locations on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Provide screening, diagnostic assessments, and interventions to assist with the identification of students, ages three through twenty-one years of age, with a suspected hearing loss.
2. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and provide written and verbal interpretation of hearing/listening assessment results and suggestions to educational team members and key stakeholders in relation to accommodations, modifications, Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT), and direct service including transition and self-advocacy.
3. Collaborate with audiologists and other professionals to provide information for (re)habilitative activities such as proper amplification use and maintenance, listening skill development, auditory training and speech reading for students with hearing loss.
4. Serve as a related service provider and consultant with school personnel and other appropriate persons (including student and family) regarding hearing loss, educational management, acoustic modifications, HAT, and other specific needs of the student in relation to his/her hearing loss.
5. Develop, implement, manage, and progress monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
6. Participate in professional development to stay current in evidence-based practices, licensure, and improve job performance.
7. Be cognizant of and adhere to HCESC policies, procedures, and deadlines.
8. Manage the workload needed for each unique assignment.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

SALARY & BENEFITS:
Salary to be established by the Board. 
 
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND ADA STATEMENT:
The Hamilton County Educational Service Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and endeavors to provide the highest quality service through employing professionals selected for their competence and expertise. The Governing Board of Hamilton County Educational Service Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes"), or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
 
Submit Letter of Interest with Resume to:
Hamilton County Educational Service Center
11083 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231
Attn: Melissa Heitzman
melissa.heitzman@hcesc.org