DHH Teacher | Oakland, California

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Job Description

Experience an opportunity to make a real difference for young learners as a Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing on a contract basis for the 2027-2028 school year. This onsite position serves elementary students (K-3rd), working closely with a small caseload of 4-7 students in a welcoming educational community near Oakland, CA. Support children in building essential communication, language, and academic skills within a collaborative environment dedicated to their success.

Qualifications:

• Valid certification and licensure as a Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing (please be prepared to provide your current license).
• A minimum of three years of professional experience working with deaf or hard of hearing students is required.
• Demonstrated expertise creating individualized learning plans and adapting curriculum for diverse learning needs.
• Strong collaboration skills for working with general education teachers, families, and support staff.
• Comfortable working solely onsite with young learnersthis position does not provide remote or virtual options.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and deliver clear progress updates to school teams and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruct and support elementary students (K-3) with hearing impairments in both classroom and small group settings for 35 hours per week.
• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to each student's strengths and areas of need.
• Monitor, assess, and report on students' progress toward academic and social-emotional goals.
• Collaborate with school personnel to facilitate inclusion and ensure access to the broader curriculum.
• Foster a positive, communicative, and accessible classroom environment.

This is an excellent chance to channel your expertise and passion for deaf education in a rewarding, impactful way! If you are ready to inspire students and meet the qualifications, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your licensure, resume, and references to take the next step in your DHHT career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $38.00 to $63.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.