Position Title

Temporary Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Per Contract

Job Description

Orange-Ulster BOCES is seeking a Temporary Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped to provide comprehensive services that enhance language, speech, and communication development for students. The position is effective immediately through June 27, 2025.

Why Join Us?

At Orange-Ulster BOCES, we empower students with the foundation and knowledge to explore their potential. You’ll be part of a collaborative team of skilled and caring professionals committed to providing innovative educational opportunities for students with diverse needs, including significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional challenges, behavior management, and learning differences.

Your Impact:

As a Temporary Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped, you will:

• Assess and understand each student’s needs to maximize their speech-language proficiency and communication effectiveness.
• Conduct individual and group sessions, support with push-in services as appropriate, and collaborate regularly with classroom teachers.
• Develop and implement instructional strategies, materials, and environments that enhance students' speech and language functioning.
• Regularly evaluate short-term objectives to track progress.
• Share your expertise by training special education personnel and parents in augmentative and alternative communication systems.

What We Offer:

• Make a Difference: Transform the lives of students and be part of a supportive community that values your contributions.
• Competitive Salary: Based on experience and demonstrated abilities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including paid holidays, sick and personal time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuous training opportunities that encourage your development and improvement.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid teaching credential for Speech and Hearing Handicapped or Speech and Language Disabilities.
• Experience in preparing meaningful instruction tailored to students’ assessed needs, IEP goals, and motivational levels.
• A personal drive for continuous learning and a commitment to enhancing your skills.

NYS Certification Required.

 

 

 

Job Qualifications

NYS Certification Required

Job Category

Classroom Teacher

Job Location

Special Education

Additional Information