Role Description
TheraPeds Partners is seeking an exceptionally specialized Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) with formal Orientation & Mobility (O&M) certification to provide virtual services to students throughout the school year. This unique remote position is designed for a professional who can combine expertise in DHH education, accessible virtual instruction, and Orientation & Mobility programming. The successful candidate will support students with complex sensory and communication needs while collaborating virtually with school teams, families, and related service providers.
Responsibilities
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Provide virtual specialized instruction and consultation for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
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Develop and implement individualized instructional strategies aligned with IEP goals.
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Deliver remote consultation and instruction related to orientation, environmental awareness, spatial concepts, and independent navigation.
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Participate in virtual IEP meetings, evaluations, eligibility meetings, transition planning, and multidisciplinary conferences.
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Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired, audiologists, SLPs, OTs, PTs, special educators, and school administrators.
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Support students utilizing ASL, spoken language, AAC, captioning, assistive listening technology, or other communication systems.
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Provide virtual consultation regarding accessibility, communication access, environmental modifications, and independent living skills.
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Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, evaluations, and service records.
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Communicate regularly with families and educational teams regarding student progress and functional needs.
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Adapt DHH and O&M instructional activities for delivery within a fully virtual environment.
Qualifications
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Masterβs degree or higher in Deaf Education, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Education, Special Education, or a related field.
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Valid state certification/licensure as a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
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Current professional Orientation & Mobility (O&M) certification from a recognized credentialing organization.
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Demonstrated experience providing both DHH educational services and O&M services.
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Advanced proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
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Experience working with students with complex sensory, communication, developmental, and mobility needs.
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Experience providing educational services through a teletherapy/telepractice platform.
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Ability to independently design engaging and accessible virtual instruction.
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Current background/fingerprint clearance as required by applicable school districts.
Preferred Qualifications
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Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) credential.
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Dual certification in DHH Education and Visual Impairment.
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Experience working with students who are deafblind or have dual-sensory disabilities.
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Experience with tactile communication and Protactile approaches.
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Knowledge of braille and tactile learning materials.
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Experience with assistive listening devices, FM/DM systems, cochlear implant technology, and remote classroom accessibility.
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Experience providing virtual transition services focused on postsecondary independence.
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Previous experience delivering O&M-related instruction through telepractice.
Benefits
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Pay: $75β$95+/hour
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Guaranteed Hours: Includes direct service, documentation, administrative responsibilities, consultation, and planning time.
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100% remote position
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Flexible virtual service delivery
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Manageable caseload
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Support from both the district and TheraPeds Partners
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W-2 employment with benefits available
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Professional development opportunities
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Bi-monthly pay