Job Description

Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH)

2026-2027 School Year Position

Join the team at Care Options for Kids

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) to support students with hearing differences in achieving their full academic and social potential. In this role, you’ll provide specialized instruction, foster communication development, and help students fully access the general education curriculum.

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct instruction in:

  • Auditory skills and listening development

  • Speech and language support (in collaboration with SLPs)

  • American Sign Language (ASL), cued speech, or total communication (based on student needs)

  • Self-advocacy and compensatory skills

• Adapt and modify curriculum to ensure accessibility

• Conduct assessments related to hearing, communication, and learning needs

• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, audiologists, SLPs, and families

• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development and compliance with IDEA

• Support students in using hearing assistive technology (e.g., FM/DM systems, hearing aids, cochlear implants)

• Promote language development and social-emotional growth

• Assist with transition planning for post-secondary education and independent living

• Maintain accurate documentation and monitor student progress

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Deaf Education, Special Education, or related field

• State certification/licensure as a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

• Proficiency in communication modalities (e.g., ASL preferred, depending on student population)

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Experience working with students across a range of hearing abilities and educational settings

Compensation & Benefits

• $45–$52 per hour

• Medical, Dental & Vision (Cigna)

• Life, LTD & STD insurance

• 401(k) eligibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• Referral bonus program

• Professional development assistance

• Discipline-specific mentor

• Access to an online community of clinicians

Accepting Applications through May 31st, 2026

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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