Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Hearing Services

DESCRIPTION:

The Nassau BOCES Department of Special Education is seeking a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to provide services to students within our programs and the 56 Districts of Nassau County. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Conducting Hearing Services screenings and re-evaluations for assigned students

• Delivering individual hearing services, as per student Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 mandates

• Delivering consultation services to teachers and other education staff, ensuring the learning environment is inclusive and accessible for each student to meet their educational needs

• Maintaining accurate records, session notes and related documentation

• Collaborating with teachers, administrators, parents and districts

• Maintaining communication with and providing required documentation to supervisors

• Participating in staff meetings and staff development workshops

• Monitoring the use of assistive technologies, such as hearing aids, Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT) and cochlear implants

REQUIREMENTS:

• New York State Education Department Certification: Deaf and Hard of Hearing

• Knowledge and experience working with students classified with hearing impairment and/or deafness

• Strong written and verbal interpersonal skills

• Computer skills in Microsoft Office

• Experience with HAT and cochlear implants is preferred

Non-Discrimination Statement
The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation or victim of domestic violence status. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES shall not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision-making. Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Sammy Gergis, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources & Education Management, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2358, [email protected] and/or Mark Raimondi, Assistant Director, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2347, [email protected]. For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. A complete version of the Non-Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at www.nassauboces.org.