Job Title:
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist
Pay Range:
$55-65/hour
Job Description:
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist | Seattle WA | 2026–2027 School Year
Ampersand Therapy is hiring an itinerant Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year in the Seattle WA area. We are a women- and therapist-founded company that values collaboration, professional support, and meaningful work with students and school communities.
Job Highlights:
- Position: Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Setting: In-person and school-based
- Schedule: Full time, approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
- Maximum Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
- Starting ASAP
- Grade Levels: All grade levels
Responsibilities:
- Provide specialized instruction and support to students who are deaf or hard of hearing
- Assess students’ communication, language, academic, and accessibility needs
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs
- Adapt curriculum and classroom materials to support student access
- Consult with general education teachers and school teams regarding accommodations
- Support the use of hearing technology, assistive devices, and communication systems
- Collaborate with families, interpreters, audiologists, and related service providers
- Maintain accurate progress notes, service records, and educational documentation
- Travel between assigned school sites as needed
Qualifications:
- Valid state teaching credential with a Deaf and Hard of Hearing endorsement
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in deaf education, special education, or a related field
- Experience supporting students across multiple grade levels preferred
- Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to travel between school sites
Benefits & Perks
- Paid sick leave
- Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Reimbursements for licensing, continuing education, and other professional expenses
- W-2 employment
- Referral bonuses
- Paid volunteer time and donation matching
- Access to guidance and resources from experienced school-based professionals
- No non-compete agreement
Benefits are available for most positions that are 0.8 FTE or higher and may vary depending on the individual contract and district placement.
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