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Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Sunshine Coast – School District #46

District Support Services · Gibsons, B.C.

Job description

We acknowledge with respect and gratitude the unceded lands and waters - the Temíx̱w of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw and the Swiya of the shíshálh Nation, where we learn, collaborate, and journey together.

School District 46 is hiring for a Teacher of the Hard of Hearing, effective September 1, 2026. This two day/week position will support students in the district as required. The successful applicant will also be welcome to apply for the Teacher Teaching On-Call list.

The successful candidate will:

-have training and experience (Masters degree, graduate diploma, post baccalaureate or degree) in Deaf and Hard of Hearing education;

-have knowledge and skill in audiology assessment and functional hearing assessment;

-knowledge and skill in developing IEPs, Safety Plans and Behaviour Support Plans for students with hearing impairments;

-work with and train EAs and teachers in working with children with hearing impairment;

-be willing to work collaboratively and liaise extensively with parents, inter-ministerial professionals, and Principals; and

-provide evidence of the successful application of instructional and professional skills (as per Article E.27.3 of the collective agreement).

Qualifications:

Applicants must have experience and coursework. Evidence of the successful application of instructional and professional skills (as per Article E.27.3 of the collective agreement) must be provided. The prorated salary is estimated to be between $25,338 and $46.476, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications, in accordance with the collective agreement. The actual salary will be prorated to 0.400 FTE. The full grid for teacher salaries can be accessed by clicking .

This posting will remain open until filled.

The Sunshine Coast School District is dedicated to creating safe, healthy and welcoming working environments through our value of and commitment to diversity and inclusion in our schools, district and communities. We invite applications from all qualified applicants.

About Us:

Come work with us! The Sunshine Coast is a spectacular region of British Columbia. Located a short 40-minute ferry ride from the Vancouver area, our district is made up of unique communities encompassing 13 schools, providing educational excellence to a population of 3,400 students. Our region has a warm climate, gorgeous shoreline and astounding views of the Salish Sea and the coastal mountains. As a resident of this vibrant community, you will have access to endless outdoor recreational opportunities, a vibrant arts scene, cultural activities and occasional glimpses of whales and bears as you travel to work.

School District 46's mission is to support and inspire each student to experience joy and fulfillment in realizing their potential as knowledgeable, confident and contributing citizens of the global community. We are an inclusive learning community engaged in lifelong learning and educational excellence. Come and join our incredible, inspiring team of passionate and dedicated staff.

About this occupation

This job is classed under Instructors of persons with disabilities (NOC 42203) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Instructors of persons with disabilities teach children and adults using a variety of techniques to facilitate communication, rehabilitation, social skills and increased independence. They are employed in rehabilitation centres, specialized educational institutes and throughout the school system.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Develop individualized education and intervention plans based on special needs of client to facilitate their readaptation and independence objectives
  • Assess individuals in areas such as physical limitations, orientation and mobility skills, and cognitive, social and emotional barriers to establish client rehabilitation or adaptation goals
  • Assist individuals with physical, intellectual, visual and hearing disabilities or multiple disorders to develop life skills and provide job training
  • Instruct individuals with disabilities and their families in the use of rehabilitative techniques, prosthetic devices, wheelchairs and other equipment designed to maximize clients' independence and potential
  • Instruct persons with a visual impairment in reading and writing braille and in the use of special equipment or supports such as human or animal guides, long canes and other adaptive mobility devices

Usual requirements

  • Completion of a college program in special education, rehabilitation, orientation and mobility, visual impairment, hearing impairment or intellectual disability is required.
  • A bachelor's degree in special education or a related field such as social work or psychology may be required.

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AI Summary

What you’ll do

Support students with hearing impairments across the district. Conduct audiology and functional hearing assessments. Develop IEPs, Safety Plans and Behaviour Support Plans. Work with and train educational assistants and teachers. Collaborate and liaise with parents, inter-ministerial professionals and principals. Apply instructional and professional skills

What you’ll need

Training and experience in Deaf and Hard of Hearing education. Experience and coursework. Knowledge and skill in audiology assessment and functional hearing assessment. Knowledge and skill in developing IEPs, Safety Plans and Behaviour Support Plans. Evidence of successful application of instructional and professional skills

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