Special Education Teacher for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, 2026-2027 School Year

Culpeper County School District•Culpeper, VA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Special Education, plan and provide for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Provides a program of specialized instruction and/or services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH). Plan instruction, monitor and evaluate student outcomes. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff, and community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable field of education or the equivalent in credentialing, training and/or experience
Possess or qualify for a professional license and appropriate endorsement as presented by the Virginia Department of Education
Be recommended by the Division Superintendent and approved by the School Board
Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience
Knowledge of school curriculum and framework, policies and effective instructional practices
Knowledge of the teaching and learning process
Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
Ability to infuse technology into curriculum
Ability to respect confidential information and the individual’s right to privacy
Ability to communicate openly and effectively with students, colleagues, administration, parents, central office, and community patrons
Ability to model professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions within the school and within the community
Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

Responsibilities

Plan a program of study that meet the needs, interest, and abilities of students
On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Develop appropriate Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), including appropriate goals (and objectives, if needed) for students with disabilities assigned to caseload
Provide instruction and or support to DHH students in the development and maintenance of skills specified in the student’s IEP
Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations designed for deaf and hard of hearing students in accordance to established procedures
Evaluate student’s developmental abilities in language, auditory skills, compensatory strategies, accessing auditory information across settings, communication skills, and social language
Interpret assessment results and facilitate discussions about how the type and severity of hearing loss can impact the student’s ability for language acquisition, social and emotional development, literacy skill development, and make recommendations for modifications and accommodations that can help mitigate barrier
Provide direct instruction in language development to include vocabulary development, phonics acquisition, auditory skill development, use and care of amplification equipment, self-advocacy skills and communication repair strategies
Provide in-service/training to students and staff regarding hearing loss and its implications along with the use of amplification equipment and assistive technology
Assisting teams in working with educational interpreters for assessment purposes, class arrangement, and roles and responsibilities of the interpreter
Provide families with information about hearing loss, communication options, implications of hearing loss on language, literacy and social development and educate them on the various roles of professionals (educational audiologist, clinical audiologist, SLP, TODHH, interpreters etc)
Regularly monitor child’s acquisition of language (spoken and/or sign) relative to hearing, age and typical language development expectations.
Facilitate IEP meetings and implement other case management duties for students with disabilities assigned to caseload
Adhere to the principles of the Least Restrictive Environment when making IEP placement recommendations
Complete all of the necessary paperwork and other requirements of IDEA, the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs in Virginia, and the Culpeper County Public Schools’ (CCPS) Office of Special Education, including meeting timelines
Maintain accurate records of individual progress of students, including the timely reporting of IEP goal progress
Maintain and be responsible for appropriate records and assessment reports within specified timelines
Effectively evaluate the progress of student learning, including the use of frequent progress monitoring
Demonstrate effective communication (both verbal and written) and collaboration skills with parents, general education teachers, and special education staff
Establish and maintain relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community which reflect recognition of and respect for every individual
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence
Attend all staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required
Performs other assigned duties