Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (54071)

Job DetailsJob Location: CAIU MAIN OFFICE - ENOLA, PA 17025Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeSalary Range: $58,554.00 - $87,853.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: DayJob Category: EducationSalary: This professional position follows the Collective Bargaining Agreement Salary Schedule, starting at Bachelor's, Step 1 - $58,554 for the 26/27 SY Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 190 days/year Job Goal: To provide direct service and support to school personnel for students receiving deaf and hard of hearing services in school district within the CAIU footprint while following all Federal and State Regulations and Standards and CAIU policies and procedures in meeting the instructional needs of eligible children/students. Performance Responsibilities: 1. Perform, in accordance with program procedures; data collection; progress monitoring; and assessments of student educational levels for progress reports, team evaluation/reevaluation meetings and Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning meetings. 2. Participate in evaluation/reevaluation meetings in accordance with Federal and State Regulations and Standards. 3. Facilitate, lead, or participate in, depending on specific classroom assignment, IEP planning meetings to prepare an educational program to meet student need for specially designed instruction. 4. Attend and participate in other student related and program specific meetings as appropriate and as directed. 5. Provide a program of individual and appropriate instruction utilizing CAIU Board approved Curricula and positive behavior supports that meet the needs of the students. 6. Maintain a learning environment that is pleasant; reflects student work and current lesson content; and promotes the academic, social, and emotional development of the student. 7. Plan for, assign, and direct the activities of designated educational paraprofessional(s) and/or personal care assistant(s) and to evaluate position performance as required by the CAIU. 8. Establish and maintain instructional, student, and staff schedules. 9. Collaborate, as required and as needed, with CAIU; school district; and agency personnel for, but not limited to, consultations, class reviews, diagnostic reviews, and case staffing in accordance with FERPA and HIPPA regulations. 10. Prepare and maintain current schedules, lesson plans, and other appropriate information/material that are available for supervisory submission, review, and approval. 11. Complete and maintain all record keeping as required by the program, Federal and State regulations, and the CAIU. 12. Perform duties that are building related, including, but not limited to, lunch and recess supervision, bus loading and unloading, and planning and implementation of special programs. 13. Prepare and maintain detailed substitute information, including current lesson plans, that is easily accessible. 14. Schedule and arrange, with supervisory direction, and in accordance with CAIU and program procedures, evaluation/reevaluation meetings, IEP Planning meetings, off-site experiences, and fund-raisers based on assignment. 15. Prepare orders for equipment, instructional materials, texts, and other items as directed by CAIU procedures. 16. Confer with the Supervisor and/or Educational Consultant(s) on matters pertaining to the general management of the classroom, student progress and behavior, staff difficulties, and other areas as indicated. 17. Report on student progress as directed by the program. 18. Develop and maintain a course of study for all students who are working to complete State or District graduation requirements. 19. Assist students, as appropriate, in personal care including toileting, feeding, positioning, dressing, and movement within the school environment. 20. Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor or his/her designee. 21. Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee. QualificationsQualifications: 1. Bachelor's Degree required. 2. Valid, active PA Instructional I or II certification in Special Education, Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Blind/Visual Impairments, Academic Core Instructional Certifications, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, or certification in Orientation and Mobility depending upon the specific position and posting; must hold PA Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) status for assignment. 3. At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Core Subject Education, depending upon the specific position and posting. 4. Full certification in Safe Crisis Management (SCM), Safety Care, or other restraint management system as required by the assignment. 5. Strong verbal and written language skills. 6. Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills. 7. Familiarity with Special Education rules and regulations. 8. Ability to build rapport with a wide variety of stakeholders. 9. Proficient computer skills and knowledge including use of Word, Excel, Outlook, and other software as may be required.