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Title: Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for PK - 12
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Thomas Metcalf School
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will provide instruction in a variety of classroom settings for students age PK - 22 years with hearing loss.

Additional Information

This is a temporary position from approximately March through May 2025 to cover for a Leave of Absence. 

Benefits include time away from work for eligible employees and the option to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$4420+ monthly depending on qualifications and experience 

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, Deaf and Hard of Hearing
2. Professional Educator License
3. Demonstrates competent sign language skills
4. Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

1. One to three years' experience as a Teacher of the Deaf
2. Ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals inclusive of educational professionals in
local school districts, Laboratory school and ISU staff/students and parents
3. Experience using, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment (CIs, BAHAs, FM Systems,
and hearing aids)
4. Good organization and communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members

Work Hours

Typical Monday through Friday school hours.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
2. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basis

Proposed Starting Date

March 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume / C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List - (specifically, the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references)

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Initial application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All application materials must be submitted online. Application materials submitted via fax, email, or mail will not be accepted.

Please prepare in advance separate documents representing a cover letter, reference list (specifically, the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references), and resume/C.V. to attach to this application.

Contact Information for Applicants

Lisa Kendall
lmkenda@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.