Mountain View Los Altos Union High School District Hiring for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Teacher – Professional Expert Contract at Mountain View, CA  Full Time

General Description
Under the direct supervision of the Principal-Special Education, teaches deaf and hard of hearing students a curriculum geared to each student’s level using designated communication systems.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

1299 Bryant Avenue, Mountain View, California 94040-4599 Phone: (650)940-4650
TEACHER – DEAF & HARD OF HEARING (PART TIME)
JOB DUTIES

General Description
Under the direct supervision of the Principal-Special Education, teaches deaf and hard of hearing
students a curriculum geared to each student’s level using designated communication systems.

Certification and Education
Education Specialist Instruction Credential: Deaf & Hard of Hearing or other valid California
Special Education Credential authorizing the teaching of deaf and hard of hearing students;
English Learner authorization (CLAD) and a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or
university.

Knowledge, Abilities and Experience
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in teaching children in need of special education;
knowledge of, and ability to implement the intent of federal and state mandates for special
education in a classroom setting; ability to communicate successfully with parents and staff.

High school teachers much possess knowledge of high school subject matter and be able to adapt
the subject matter to meet the needs of deaf and hard of hearing students; demonstrates
competency in the use of total communication by passing a sign language competency test;
utilizes total communication to effect the student’s language and speech competencies: auditory
training, speech, lip reading, finger spelling and signed English; works with regular classroom
teachers in mainstreaming deaf and hard of hearing students in hearing classes; supervises and
assists in meeting the personal needs of students: feeds, toilets and lifts students when
necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Evaluates physical, self-help, social academic and communication competencies for each
student appropriate to age level; plans and implements educational objectives as strategized and
agreed to by staff and parents on the current Individual Education Plan; develops sequential
lesson plans and provides appropriate instructional materials; establishes a functional and
stimulating environment which encourages the development of a positive self-image; interfaces
with additional professional staff (psychologist, nurse, speech therapist, audiologist, etc.) to
meet special needs of students; provides for supervision of class at all times in an orderly
fashion; communicates with parents on total program, student’s individual program needs and
progress, and carryover between home and school; ensures each child is wearing appropriate
amplification; attends audiological exams with the child when possible; when applicable,
supervises paraprofessionals, interpreters, volunteers, parents, and student teachers working in
the classroom.

1299 Bryant Avenue, Mountain View, California 94040-4599 Phone: (650)940-4650
Working Conditions
Working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Variations in conditions may occur under certain circumstances.

Physical Demands
Incumbents stand and sit for long periods of time; walk short distances on a regular basis; use
hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment; reach with hands
and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to
provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; must be able to use telephone
either by voice or VRS (Video Relay Service) and able to communicate in person via either
voice or sign language; and move and transport materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Environment
Duties are performed in a classroom environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.