Outreach Teacher of the Deaf
Full-Time/Permanent
This position can be located at any location in Washington state. The Outreach Headquarters is located in Federal Way, WA
Note - This is a school year based position and is not scheduled to work during annual school closure.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision at any time. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible. Applicant materials are reviewed weekly.
Our Agency:
The Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth (CDHY) is an educational community and statewide resource committed to ensuring all deaf and hard of hearing students in Washington reach their full potential. Our agency offers a variety of services including: academic, residential, outreach services, and professional development. CDHY celebrates all language experiences and deaf culture. We are committed to providing the best individualized learning experience for all students we serve.
Our Staff:
Our employees are more than just workers. They are part of a community, network, and family. Each staff member serves as a role model to students. We're looking for people that can contribute, grow, think, and dream. We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards imagination. CDHY is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion! Our agency strives to create an inclusive and diverse learning community with emphasis on access, success, and equity by recruiting, retaining, and ensuring the success of diverse students, faculty, and staff. CDHY aims to build a community that values and respects one another by providing the best learning environment for faculty, staff, and student success.
A little bit about the CDHY Outreach Team:
The Outreach Team offers services to deaf and hard of hearing students, their families, and the educators that serve them throughout Washington State. Our team consists of specialists in: American Sign Language, audiology, deaf plus, educational interpreting, listening and spoken language, literacy, school psychology, Signing Exact English, social-emotional learning, speech-language, teaching strategies and curriculum, and transition (birth-22). We offer support to students, families, and school districts through direct services, state-wide events, and professional development opportunities. We are a state-wide resource dedicated to ensure that all deaf and hard of hearing students in Washington receive the support they need to reach their full potential and achieve their goals.
About the position:
CDHY Outreach Team is seeking to fill a full-time school year Teacher of the Deaf position to serve students, districts families and other professionals throughout the state of Washington. This position includes hybrid working conditions with both teleworking and in-person assignments. The Outreach Teacher of the Deaf is responsible for providing exemplary education services and developing strong working relationships with school districts in order to best serve students. This position works in collaboration with other Outreach professionals to provide -the best possible options and support for student achievement.
Duties:
- Provide K12 Teacher of the Deaf Outreach services to the deaf and hard of hearing children and youth to include: direct student instruction, observation and consultation, evaluations, and professional development/training to students, parents, and other professionals.
- Follow, provide, and suggest appropriate IEP goals that is best fit for the student you are serving. Complete benchmarks on students’ Individual Education Plan (IEP) ranging from preschool to 12th grade.
- Evaluate and provide suggested goals and benchmarks for students with a 504 Program.
- Establish and maintain rapport with students and staff and maintain a positive learning environment conducive to promoting academic and social growth of the student.
- Coordinate a schedule of services, observation and consultations, and meetings with staff across a variety of settings.
- Conduct evaluations and support staff in the evaluation process upon request, including implementation of assessments and best practices for students who are deaf/hard of hearing.
- Work collaboratively with associated professionals including external educational personnel, partnership agencies and fellow members of the Outreach Team.
- Work with district administrators to recommend the appropriate service delivery to meet student needs.
- Provide direct student instruction.
- Demonstrate student learning through ongoing data collection in all areas of teaching responsibility. Using formative and summative data, set goals based on current levels of performance and expected outcomes in learning.
- Use data from regularly administered assessment tools and practices tracking student learning and progress and adapt instruction as necessary.
- Maintain current data, always demonstrating student progress for review by administrative staff.
- Other duties as assigned by the Outreach Director.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Deaf Education or related degree.
- At least 3 years of classroom teaching experience.
- Ability to communicate fluently using American Sign Language and written English.
- Ability to teach deaf and hard of hearing students K-12.
- Currently obtains or has the ability to obtain Washington State teacher certification.
- Ability to demonstrate deaf/hard of hearing cultural competency. Knowledge of bilingualism, biculturalism, linguistic and cultural competency related to deaf and hard of hearing students preferred.
- Experience working with students who are deaf and hard of hearing both in-person and remotely.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 50 %of the assigned working year.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, school personnel, parents, and various stakeholders.
- Ability to communicate and carry out duty assignments in a professional and respectful manner across all settings.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of current best practices in deaf education and ability to evaluate students with learning challenges and recommend specific support strategies.
- Ability to write professional and meaningful reports and correspondence related to the work and willingness to provide staff training when applicable.
- Ability to utilize technology effectively and demonstrate competency with online platforms for teleservice, virtual meetings, and professional development.
- Ability to work and collaborate as a team member or operate independently as required.
- Ability to establish positive and professional rapport with co-workers, students, families, and school personnel.
- Ability to pass federal and state criminal background screening.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Willing and able to travel throughout the state.
- Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience leading educational strategy projects.
- Experience working within a variety of environments (public, private and tribal schools).
- Prior experience working with an outreach-based program.
Supplemental Information:
CDHY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Must be able to pass federal and state criminal background screening.
Must have valid WA State Teacher certification and driver’s license prior to beginning work.
Requires up to 50% travel. Must be willing to travel.
This position is a hybrid working assignment with both teleworking and in-person assignment.
Please provide your resume, cover letter and at least 2 professional references.
This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA). For membership questions, contact the local Union Representative.
This position is eligible for full benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance and retirement).
Salary Information:
Certificated employees are paid in accordance with the Vancouver Public Schools Salary scale. Certificated employees' salary is calculated using the designated daily rate based upon degree, credits, and years of relevant experience. Certificated staff receive 12-month pro-rated salary and are designated as overtime-exempt employees. This position is scheduled to work 192 days per school year.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email: recruitment@cdhy.wa.gov