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International Institute for the Brain

Hearing Education Teacher

International Institute for the Brain, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Please send a resume and cover letter to

Jobs@ibrainnyc.org

unless a specific job description specifies otherwise.Hearing Education Teacher (Washington DC)

Job DescriptionThe Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing will be working within a fast-paced multidisciplinary team to assess, develop and implement an appropriate inter-disciplinary Individualized Education Program (IEP) for the students within their caseload. The student population is primarily non-verbal and non-ambulatory who have a brain injury or brain-based disorder. In addition, it is critical to be part of the research efforts surrounding his or her assigned students as well as the organization’s research efforts. Successful attributes include a strong strategic focus, individual leadership in an environment that promotes innovation and continuous improvement, effective communication with key constituents and stakeholders, and accountability for results.Job Responsibilities:Evaluate a student's hearing skills using validated standardized assessment tools as well as audiogram on eval, quarterly and as needs basis reflecting current knowledge of visual impairments and child development; able to communicate results effectively in both written and verbal formats.Design and implement interventions that reflect knowledge of child development and specialized techniques appropriate for DHH students.Plan, implement and successfully modify POC/lesson plan as needed based on standardized assessments and evidence based as well as data driven treatment outcomes.Prepare and modify Individualized Education Programs (IEP’s) in a timely manner.Coordinate treatment strategies with the interdisciplinary student team.Provide instruction and education to patient, family, and caregivers to improve quality of care and enhance student outcomes.Participate in multidisciplinary patient care conferences and team meetings.Provide accurate, timely documentation of treatment (session notes), weekly and quarterly reports, any/all student-care specific forms.Participate in appropriate, approved educational and clinical research activities.Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary/inter-disciplinary team including each student’s special education teacher and therapy team of speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, teacher of visually impaired, assistive technologists, music therapists, nursing, research assistance/paraprofessionals, neuropsychologist, social workers.Collaborate with parents as necessary and involve them in their child's activities and progress on a regular basis.Utilize a multi-sensory approach incorporating art, music and technology to design lessons/treatment plans to increase students’ communication, social, and life skills.Must attend and demonstrate active participation in all mandatory trainings.Assist in developing and implementing educational modules for staff in-services and accrediting bodies, including IACET (International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training).Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy working environment for students and staff by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.Maintain confidentiality for school records based on HIPAA/FERPA.Other discipline-specific responsibilities based on organizational needs (service delivery, research, continuing education).Research and Innovation Duties:Prepare and submit IEP reports with media (quarterly).Prepare and submit session notes within session (daily).Seizure-like event reporting with media (promptly submitted, as applicable to the student).Grand Rounds to include: preparing slides according to provided format, attending GR training meetings (ongoing), attend practice session (as scheduled), giving formal GR presentation (quarterly), and being confident in describing & scoring assessments (semi-annual hands-on practicum or quiz).Participation in regular iBRAIN Innovation (3 times a year) meetings (as scheduled).Help RA/Para fully understand their student's IEP & heighten their ability to formulate in-depth student-specific research questions.Complete iBRAIN Research Integrity annual training.For Continuing Education, annually identify 3+ knowledge gaps or competency areas.Qualifications:Must have a current certification as a Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing to practice in Washington, D.C.2 years of relevant experience with children with brain-based disorders and neurological involvement preferred.Must possess exceptional interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills, along with the ability to take initiative, and a highly flexible personality type.Must be detail-oriented, focused, highly motivated, and able to work as part of a team.MUST HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR.Experience: Teaching: 2 years (Preferred).Work Location: Washington, D.C.Job Type:

Full-time / In-personHours:

Monday through Friday, typically 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.Salary Range:

$80,000 to $90,000 (based on experience)Note:

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or qualifications associated with the position.Employment with iBRAIN is contingent upon successful completion of any and all post-screening processes, including a reference and background check, and license/certification/degree verifications if/where applicable.Please send a resume and cover letter to

Jobs@ibrainnyc.org

unless a specific job description specifies otherwise.

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