Teacher Consultant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Description
Teacher Consultant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
ABOUT US AND OUR CULTURE
At the Genesee Intermediate School District, we are collaborators, leaders, educators, and support staff delivering instructional programs and services in general education, special education, and career technical education to 64,000 students, their families, and over 8,500 educators. GISD values its staff and cultivates positivity in the workplace as we all work together to carry out our mission of leadership, service, and innovation – partnering for success!
GISD promotes a collaborative work environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional growth. We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive culture where all staff members feel valued and respected. Our dedication to professional development is demonstrated through initiatives such as resources for professional learning, mentorship programs, and leadership skill development. We are devoted to creating a thriving organizational culture that benefits not only our staff, but also the students and families we serve.
To learn more about the GISD culture, please click the link below:
GISD Standards, Personalized Service and Quality Programs
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary: $52,361 - $92,683 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance with five different plans, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, voluntary insurance options, and a supplemental life program. Employees are entitled to sick time, vacation time, bereavement days, holidays, and longevity pay. Flexible spending accounts (FSA) or healthcare savings accounts (HSA) are available based on the elected medical plan. Additionally, retirement savings plans are provided through the State of Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS). These benefits are available after just one full day of employment.
LOCATION
5075 Pilgrim Road
Flint, MI 48507
ROLE AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Teacher Consultant works in the area of educational assessment and remediation consulting with administrative staff, teachers and other staff, and parents/guardians. Plans adaptive measures and meaningful curriculum adjustments to the individual needs of the hearing deaf and/or the hard of hearing student.
Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to):
- Provides instructional services to students assigned to the caseload.
- Maintains up-to-date supportive equipment, materials, and adaptive devices for the hearing impaired.
- Provides evaluations of suspected handicapped students and special education students assigned to the caseload.
- Attends Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) and Individualized Education Planning Committee (IEPC) meetings when requested.
- Initiates or assists parents/guardians in making referrals to community agencies.
- Provides consultation to constituent school district and intermediate school district personnel regarding hearing impaired students.
- Assists in securing medical information and interprets the data to school personnel and parents/guardians.
- Provides pertinent information and resources to parents/guardians of hearing-impaired students.
- Provides or coordinates in-service for parents/guardians or teachers serving handicapped students.
- Consistently models Win-Win leadership.
Other Duties:
- May serve on committees or boards of agencies serving the handicapped.
- May serve as liaison to Michigan School for the Deaf on behalf of the Director of Special Services for Genesee Intermediate School District.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master's degree required in education or a field of study related to special education. Valid Michigan teacher's certificate with full approval in the deaf and hard of hearing and as teacher consultant.
Experience:
Three years of satisfactory teaching experience, not less than two years in a special education classroom.
Skills/Other:
Ability to utilize district technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skills sets change with technology and/or the needs of the district. Proficiencies in remediation and adaptive techniques for the deaf and hard of hearing; ability to communicate with diverse groups of people. Sign language skills required. Demonstrated mental/physical ability and stamina for meeting the requirements of the position. Punctuality and good attendance are requirements for the position. Ability to work a flexible workday, work week, and work year. Represents the district in a professional manner at all times. Works successfully as a member of the team. Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism at all times. Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and established administrative guidelines.
DEADLINE AND APPLICATION PROCESS
Current GISD employees who wish to apply for the vacancy should apply online using the job postings link accessible from the home page of the GISD website. Under the job postings category, select the link titled Current Genesee ISD Employees - click here for vacancies, located under the "Internal Staff" heading.
External candidates may apply by selecting the Apply link above and completing the online application and uploading a resume.
- If you do not have access to a scanner, plan to bring this documentation, if you are selected to interview.
- Transcripts printed from the Internet are not acceptable.
- Please do not send paper documentation to Human Resources.
Join us in shaping the future of education. Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and any other relevant documents to the GISD Human Resources department. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Apply today to become a part of the Genesee Intermediate School District team!
An Equal Opportunity Employer