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Deaf & Hard of Hearing Teacher - Land O' Lakes, FL.
Position Details: Local Candidates Only
District was an Itinerant Model (traveling teacher) for this position. So DHH would be responsible for push in or pull out teaching with primarily elementary students. There are cluster sites where they have groups of students to provide DHH services to.
Full Time: 37.5 hours / week
Schedule: Mon-Fri / 730a-3p roughly
Duration: 39 weeks (24/25 SY)
Start Date: 8/12
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Develops and implements lesson plans
Utilizes the use of technical and specialized equipment for students with hearing loss
Prepares lessons that accommodate learning styles
Communicates by way of sign/spoken language as appropriate
Assists in the selection of instructional materials and equipment
Provides training to students or staff to facilitate the child’s learning, inclusion and independence
Assesses student learning styles and uses results to plan educational activities
Conducts assessments of student progress and achievement using testing methodology
Compiles reports, records, and documents as required
Participates in IEP meetings with parents, teachers, students, and other School District staff
Follow School District policies and procedures
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university preferred
Valid state teaching certificate as required by state regulations
Knowledge in Sign Language and use of amplification devices for the deaf and hard-of-hearing
Experience with deaf and hard-of-hearing students preferred
ASL proficiency exam or Certification may be required per state, contract or district
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Resume to submit / Virtual Interview to follow
Email Resume to amalmand@amergis.com
Book time with Amanda Angulo: Preliminary Phone Interview (https://outlook-sdf.office.com/bookwithme/user/dfe6e118dc024970a33eaac14d141616@amergis.com/meetingtype/38QazzRy60CEpfy7-C_U1w2?anonymous&ep=mcard)
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.