Remote DHH Teacher Opportunity - Columbus, OH

About This Role

As a remote DHH teacher, you'll provide specialized instruction to students with hearing impairments through our comprehensive virtual learning platform. This position allows you to utilize your expertise in deaf education while embracing innovative technologies that make learning accessible and engaging for students with varying degrees of hearing loss.

You'll work collaboratively with families, audiologists, and educational teams to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations and support services. Our program emphasizes individualized approaches that respect diverse communication preferences and cultural backgrounds within the deaf and hard of hearing community.

Teaching Responsibilities

Central to your role is the development and implementation of specialized IEPs that address both academic goals and communication development for students with hearing impairments. You'll design creative virtual lessons that maximize visual learning opportunities while incorporating appropriate assistive technologies based on individual student needs.

Building strong relationships with students and families becomes essential as you provide regular communication about progress and collaborate on educational strategies. You'll facilitate virtual IEP meetings, conduct parent conferences, and coordinate with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each student's unique needs.

Ongoing assessment and progress monitoring focus on both academic achievement and communication skill development. You'll track student growth using specialized assessment tools, adjust instructional approaches based on hearing levels and communication preferences, and maintain detailed documentation of student progress.

Education and Experience Requirements

We seek candidates with active Ohio DHH teaching certification and a Master's degree in Deaf Education, Special Education with DHH emphasis, or related field. Your background should include at least two years of classroom teaching experience specifically with students who have hearing impairments.

Fluency in American Sign Language and knowledge of various communication modalities used by DHH students are required. Understanding of deaf culture, assistive hearing technologies, and visual learning strategies will enhance your effectiveness in this virtual environment.

While previous remote teaching experience is beneficial, we welcome DHH educators who are eager to adapt their skills to virtual platforms. Strong computer skills and creativity in using technology to deliver visual instruction will support your success in remote DHH education.

Work Environment and Support

This remote position provides the flexibility to create your ideal teaching environment while accessing specialized resources and support systems designed for DHH education. You'll receive comprehensive training on virtual platforms and ongoing professional development in remote deaf education techniques.

Regular collaboration with colleagues through video conferences and digital meeting spaces helps maintain professional connections and share best practices specific to virtual DHH instruction. Our technical support team understands the unique technology needs of DHH students and provides specialized assistance.

Professional learning communities and mentorship programs offer additional support as you develop expertise in remote DHH education. You'll have access to specialized curriculum resources, visual learning materials, and assistive technology tools that enhance your virtual teaching effectiveness.

If interested, apply here or contact: Jordan Balkcom