Deaf Hard of Hearing Reserve Teacher, FTE, Dates

Position Details

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services (Licensed)/ Other Special Education
• Date Posted: 12/19/2025
• Location:
  
  District Service Center (DSC)
• Date Available:
  
  1/6/26
• Closing Date:
  Until Filled

The teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing will provide consultation and direct instruction for deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students born through age 21+ within their educational setting(s).

Key responsibilities include assessment and identification of children with potential hearing loss, serving as a resource and liaison to parents, educators, and outside agencies, reviewing medical/audiological information, implementing specialized areas such as auditory training, speech reading, hearing aid maintenance, and interpreter use, and determining the need for and selection of hearing technologies.

They will participate in IEP/IFSP/IIIP development, collaborate with the special education team, communicate with parents at conferences, establish effective learning atmosphere behavior standards, maintain professional development, train on third‑party reimbursement, and work collaboratively with colleagues.

• Experience working with children and families with specialized education needs and hearing loss.
• Ability to apply appropriate skills in daily routines.
• Computer proficiency, including relevant software and technology.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Professional composure in varied situations.
• Self‑starter initiative.

Minnesota PreK‑12 Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) license. ASL proficiency at Intermediate Plus or higher (SLPI). Lower rating allows Oral/Aural Deaf Education license.

to review the Reserve Teacher Handbook. Rates for this position can be found on page 6 of the handbook. This position is not medical nor dental benefit eligible.

• Anjie Flowers, General Counsel and Executive Director of Human Resources
• Dr. Christine Breen, Executive Director of Student Services
• Shanna Lecy, Director of Special Education

External Applicants: Please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts, and Minnesota Teacher license information with your online application.

Internal Applicants: Current educators do not need to attach letters of recommendation or transcripts.