Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Eligibility Application

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt 7.15pt -.25pt;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ETitle:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E %26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3ETeacher, Special Education, Deaf/Hard of Hearing%26nbsp;%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14.0pt;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:98%;mso-bidi-font-size:11.0pt;mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt 10.35pt -.25pt;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDepartment:%3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp; %3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3ESchool-Based%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt 9.85pt -.25pt;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EReports To:%3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp; %3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3ESchool Principal%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt -.25pt;%22%3EThe School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 198,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/p%3E%3Ch1 style=%22margin-left:-.25pt;%22%3EJob Summary%3C/h1%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt -.25pt;%22%3EProvides specialized educational services to students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) with hearing losses ranging from mild to profound. Implements the District%27s adopted curriculum with fidelity while differentiating instruction to address the unique linguistic and audiological needs of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Delivers instruction in language development, self-advocacy, auditory training, and communication access. Collaborates with medical, instructional, administrative, and other professional personnel to provide a comprehensive, student-centered educational experience. Provides instruction and support through both classroom-based and itinerant service delivery models across district schools.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Ch1 style=%22margin-left:-.25pt;%22%3EEssential Functions%3Cspan style=%22font-weight:normal;mso-spacerun:yes;text-decoration:none;text-underline:none;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/h1%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3EDevelops individualized instructional approaches based on each student%27s personal history, audiological data, and communication profile; establishes standards and goals aligned with the student%27s unique strengths, needs, and learning profile; and adapts curriculum and instructional materials to meet each learner%27s diverse needs.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3EPlans and implements units of instruction that address content, process, and sequence of learning across elementary and secondary subjects; provides auditory training and supports the development of receptive and expressive language; instructs students in the use of assistive technology and amplification devices, including hearing aids, cochlear implants, FM systems, and other hearing assistive technology (HAT).%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3ECommunicates and collaborates with families to support the social-emotional wellbeing of students; provides guidance regarding community resources and agencies that serve the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community; actively engages in structured family education and partnership opportunities.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3EParticipates in ongoing professional development and collaborative team meetings to address individual student needs and advances in the field of Deaf education.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3EEngages in co-teaching models, curriculum committees, and other academic and extracurricular activities that support student growth and inclusion.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3EMaintains accurate attendance, progress monitoring, and other required documentation in compliance with district and state requirements.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E
%3Ch1 style=%22margin-left:-.25pt;%22%3EMinimum Requirements%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;text-decoration:none;text-underline:none;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/h1%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3EBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt -.25pt;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ETitle:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E %26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3ETeacher, Special Education, Deaf/Hard of Hearing%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt -.25pt;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu style=%22text-underline:black;%22%3EKnowledge, Skills and Abilities%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp; %3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Segoe UI Symbol%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:%26quot;Segoe UI Symbol%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Segoe UI Symbol%26quot;;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E %3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu style=%22text-underline:black;%22%3EDemonstrated knowledge of:%3C/u%3E %3C/strong%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E child growth and development, with emphasis on the impact of hearing loss on language acquisition, literacy, and psychosocial development. %3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E current methods, principles, and evidence-based practices in elementary and/or secondary education for DHH learners. %3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E the spectrum of communication approaches used by DHH individuals, including American Sign Language (ASL), spoken language, and Total Communication.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt .5in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3Eaudiology and the anatomy of the auditory system, including conditions that affect hearing.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt .5in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3Ehearing assistive technology and amplification devices, and strategies for supporting students in their use.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt .5in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3Eprinciples and practices of auditory training and language development.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt .5in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3Edeaf culture, history, identity, and the linguistic and cultural diversity of Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt .5in;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 9.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-9.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu style=%22text-underline:black;%22%3EDemonstrated ability to%3C/u%3E: %3C/strong%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E communicate effectively with students along the communication spectrum via American Sign Language (ASL), Spoken Language, Total Communication, etc., based on students’ communication needs%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt .5in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3Eprovide instruction that maximizes each student%27s access to language through visual, auditory, and multimodal channels%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt .5in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3Edesign, plan, and deliver effective, differentiated lessons for DHH learners %3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Courier New%26quot;;%22%3Eo%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E build and maintain collaborative, respectful working relationships with students, families, and colleagues.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/p%3E%3Ch1 style=%22margin-left:-.25pt;%22%3EDisclaimer%3C/h1%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt -.25pt;%22%3EThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in 6.15pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Ch1 style=%22margin-left:-.25pt;%22%3ENondiscrimination%3C/h1%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt -.25pt;%22%3EThe School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District%27s commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;margin:0in 0in .0001pt;text-align:left;text-indent:0in;%22 align=%22left%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Ch1 style=%22margin-left:-.25pt;%22%3ECertificates/Licenses%3C/h1%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin:0in 3.3pt .25pt 17.25pt;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Segoe UI Symbol%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:%26quot;Segoe UI Symbol%26quot;;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Segoe UI Symbol%26quot;;%22%3E•%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certificate in Special Education for teaching students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing or ability to obtain an emergency permit while working toward full instructional certification.%3C/p%3E

Job Details
Primary Location: The School District of Philadelphia
Job: Instructional
Organization: The School District of Philadelphia
Schedule: Regular
Employee Status: Entry Level
Job Posting: Oct 14, 2026, 8:49:03 AM
Union Affiliation: Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT)
Unposting Date: Ongoing