Job Description:

ASDB's Early Learning Program serves children across the state, birth to age five, who are deaf/hard of hearing (D/HH), blind/visually impaired (BVI), and deafblind. We are
seeking teachers with expertise in providing data-driven services and supports in DHH, BVI, early childhood, and/or multiple disabilities. Birth to three and preschool teachers work together to support families in the transition from IDEA Part C services (birth to age three) to IDEA Part B services (age three to age five). Our teachers believe in the unique potential of each child and the central role communication plays in the development of the whole child. To that end, teachers have frequent opportunities to network with other professionals and participate in ongoing staff development to ensure they are current on research-based practices in the field. 

This is a substitute position for the preschool on our Oro Valley Campus, with duties as follows:

PRESCHOOL POSITIONS:

The Early Learning Program offers student-centered, site-based preschool services in Phoenix and Tucson for students who are DHH. Teachers work in cooperation with IEP teams in providing students access to the Arizona Early Learning Standards. As part of the preschool team, teachers

• Use current diagnostic practices to design individualized education plans; 
  Design and implement evidence-based, quality instruction to children individually and in small groups.
• Create language-rich environments to support IEP goals and conduct ongoing progress monitoring to inform instruction.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass FBI and state background checks.
• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in DHH, BVI, early childhood, and/or multiple disabilities.
• Certified/certifiable by the AZ Department of Education in hearing-impaired or visually impaired.
• Applicants without a certificate in hearing or vision impairment, but with a degree/certification in mild/moderate disabilities, moderate/severe disabilities, or early childhood special education, may be considered if willing to seek endorsement in hearing or vision impairment.