Special Education Resource Teachers - Deaf and Hard of Hearing

SECONDMENT - 2026/2027 School Year

POSITION: Special Education Resource Teachers - Deaf and Hard of Hearing

FTE: 1.0

LOCATION: TBD (support is provided across the UCDSB)

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

SUMMARY

To work with schools to implement and support programming and instructional practices to meet the needs of students who are deaf and hard of hearing in inclusionary classroom settings. To build school staff capacity in the delivery of direct services in auditory-verbal, oral and sign-language.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build staff capacity to deliver student specific approaches for students who are deaf and hard of hearing

• Work directly in classrooms to build staff and student capacity to facilitate success for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing

• Work as a member of the regional team to enable system implementation of board initiatives

• Assessment of students to determine alternative programming

• Provide in-service to teachers, parents and peers of exceptional students regarding program modifications, use of assistive technology, teaching strategies and equipment needs

• Work with the Superintendent and Principals of Teaching for Learning to facilitate system direction

• Work with psychological services staff in order to support students

• Participate as required in assisting school staff in IEP development and reports for IPRC meetings

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of assistive technology with emphasis in/on technology for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in working with students with a wide range of exceptionalities

• Demonstrates a learning mindset

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the Ontario curriculum

• Excellent organizational, presentation and time management skills

• Exemplary interpersonal and team building skills

• Experience in integrating technology into teaching practice initiatives

• Familiar with a wide range of assessment tools, communication strategies and safety strategies and requirements

• Knowledge of instructional strategies and formats to engage students and inform teaching practice (differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, assessment and evaluation)

• Professional demonstration of Standards of Practice and Ethical Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession

• Understands professional development and its impact on student learning

• Demonstrates knowledge of equitable and inclusive education practices and has an understanding of culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy

• Effectively communicate and work with school staff, community resources and Psychological Service

• Familiarity with amplification equipment used in a school setting

• Knowledge of cochlear implants and other hearing technologies

• Knowledge of program development and teaching strategies for students who are deaf and hard of hearing

QUALIFICATIONS

• An Ontario Teacher’s Certificate of Qualification

• Certificate in Deaf Education

• Qualifications in Elementary and/or Secondary

• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in Deaf Education or equivalent experience

• Member of the Ontario College of Teachers in good standing

• Special Education qualifications would be an asset

Conditions

• Salary – grid plus travel allowance

• Term – one school year, 2026/2027 (at end of the term, returns to home school)

• Travel to various locations may be required

To apply

Please attach a covering letter and resume indicating your experience and areas of teaching expertise.

All applications will be considered; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

No late submissions will be considered.

The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. The UCDSB is committed to providing accommodations [for people with disabilities]. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This would be facilitated upon receiving an interview and would be done by contacting Human Resources at .

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