Teacher for the Deaf

$50,414 - $57,107/Yr

State of Indiana - Indianapolis, IN

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Indianapolis, IN

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Teacher for the Deaf at the Indiana School for the Deaf (ISD) is responsible for providing instruction to students with hearing impairments across various educational levels, including preschool, elementary, and secondary. This role emphasizes the development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs) and requires proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English. The teacher will engage in a variety of instructional and supervisory activities to ensure the health, safety, and educational progress of students.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction that addresses each student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and State standards.
• Prepare lesson plans that meet the standards for ISD and the state of Indiana.
• Supervise students to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
• Utilize a variety of special instructional equipment.
• Assess and document student progress and report progress to parents via IEP updates.
• Counsel students on academic, personal, and/or behavioral problems.
• Administer reading and achievement tests to pupils.
• Confer with parents and members of staff on student's behavior and/or personal problems.
• Organize social activities and field trips on occasion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education, one or more subject areas, or special education.
• Indiana Teacher's License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Specialized and current knowledge of the subject matter to be taught and the techniques used in the area of specialization.
• Specialized knowledge of modern teaching practices and principles utilized in educating deaf students.
• Specialized knowledge of equipment that may be utilized as teaching aids.
• Basic knowledge of audiology, oral rehabilitation, and speech pathology.
• Working knowledge of school administrative guidelines and policies.
• Ability to evaluate the performance, skills, and progress of a student.
• Ability to include expressive and receptive skills in manual communication.

Benefits

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid new parent leave, Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave, Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off, 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access