Teacher: Pdhh - Soesd - Pdhh Department Chair

Job Title: Teacher: PDHH - SOESD - PDHH Department Chair
Category: PDHH/PVI - Licensed

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Coordinator requires regular and ongoing support from a teacher on the team who can assess and communicate team needs to the program coordinator and other SOESD staff in order to ensure that work can be carried out effectively and efficiently by all teachers. The Department Chair should possess a strong understanding of Deaf Education pedagogy, as well as the linguistic and cultural best practices.

Supporting the onboarding of new teachers to the PDHH team through mentoring and technical guidance is also expected. Participation in state-level PLT groups and meetings to serve as a conduit between the Southern Oregon region and work being carried out at the state level will be an additional role of the Dept. Chair.

About SOESD

Southern Oregon ESD is located in the Rogue Valley, the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon, home to legendary snow-skiing, white-water rafting, kayaking, hiking, fishing, as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries, the Britt Music Festivals, the Ashland Independent Film Festival, and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
For more information on living in the Rogue Valley, please see:
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Department Chair

POSITION GOAL: Assist the department administrator with goal setting, policy, staff development, inservices, communications, staff supervision, and technical assistance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.Assist in establishing department goals, policies and procedures.
2.Assist in preparation and conducting staff inservice meetings.
3.Participate in staff selection procedures for position openings.
4.Assist in the collection and dissemination of information between staff and administration.
5.Provide staff development opportunities and inservices.
6.Provide technical assistance concerning special education procedures, evaluation, instruction, and consultation.
7.Assist with staff supervision including goal setting, individual observation and evaluations.
8.Assist in the development of grants and program evaluation.
9.Communicate clearly and appropriately and make independent decisions within established policies and procedures.
10. Prepare accountability records regarding services provided.
11. Comply with local district and ESD rules and policies.
12. Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation (see reverse).
13. Perform job-related tasks as designated by department administrator.

MINIMUM PREREQUISITES:
1.Valid Oregon License in the area served by the department issued by Teachers Standards and Practices Commission or another Oregon State Licensing Board.
2.Three consecutive years of successful performance in the area served by the department.
3.Masters degree in the area served by the department.

LENGTH OF POSITION: 190 day (academic year)
ANNUAL SALARY: To be determined based on bargaining unit member's base salary.

SOESD Benefits (For .50 FTE and Over):
Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to 2045.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
9 paid holidays
A generous sick, vacation and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.

Health Insurance:
OEBB MODA
Includes medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance
Monthly premium deducted pre-tax

Options:
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts - medical, day-care expenses
Optional Coverage for Additional Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
403(b) through Carruth Compliance Consulting
Mercy Flights Membership

The following physical requirements are essential functions of the Department Chair:

1.Stand/Walk:............................. [ ] None [ ] 1 4 Hrs/Day [X] 4 6 Hrs/Day [ ] 6 8 Hrs/Day
2.Sit/Sit on the Floor:.................. [ ] None [X] 1 4 Hrs/Day [ ] 4 6 Hrs/Day [ ] 6 8 Hrs/Day
3.Drive:....................................... [ ] None [X] 1 4 Hrs/Day [ ] 4 6 Hrs/Day [ ] 6 8 Hrs/Day
4.Bending:...................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
5.Squat:.......................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
6.Climb Stairs:.............................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
7.Single Grasping: ......................[X] Frequently [ ]Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
8.Pushing:...................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
9.Pulling: ....................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
10. Fine Manipulation:.................[X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
11. Repetitive Foot Controls…….[ ] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [X] Limited [ ] Not At All
12. Lifting (less than 25 lbs): .......[X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
13. Lifting (25 50 lbs): .................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
14. Lifting (50 75 lbs): .................[ ] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [X] Limited [ ] Not At All
15. Lifting (75 100 lbs): ...............[ ] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [X] Not At All

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job.

This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws, including ORS Ch. 659, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.