Special Educator - Hearing Impairment

Special Educator - Hearing Impairment

Hearing Solutions is seeking a dedicated Special Educator to join our team in Bankura, West Bengal. If you are passionate about supporting the developmental and educational needs of children and individuals with hearing impairment, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Special Educator, you will:

• Assess developmental, cognitive, language, and educational needs of children and individuals with hearing impairment.
• Identify learning challenges and strengths through standardized tools and informal observation.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) specifically tailored for children with hearing loss.
• Set academic and communication goals in close coordination with audiologists and speech therapists.
• Facilitate language development using a variety of visual, auditory, and tactile methods.
• Reinforce speech and auditory training techniques in collaboration with the speech therapist during educational sessions.
• Educate and counsel parents about hearing impairment, learning needs, and effective home-based strategies.
• Involve families in goal setting and progress monitoring, fostering a collaborative support system.
• Prepare children with hearing impairment for mainstream or special school environments, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Support academic skills like reading, writing, and numeracy using tailored teaching techniques.
• Work closely with audiologists and speech-language pathologists to ensure consistent and integrated therapy plans.
• Track and document progress meticulously toward IEP goals.
• Update reports for caregivers, audiologists, and other involved professionals.
• Address behavioral issues that may arise due to communication challenges, implementing supportive strategies.
• Encourage peer interaction and social skill development among children.
• Conduct awareness programs and parent training sessions to empower families and the community.
• Assist in community outreach or school collaboration activities when required.
• Maintain educational materials, visual aids, and assistive learning tools, ensuring they are accessible and in good condition.
• Recommend specialized learning aids based on individual needs to optimize learning outcomes.

Work Details

• Work Location: LOKEPUR BHAKAT PARA MAHABIR CLUB, NEAR TO APOLLO PHARMACY, Bankura, WEST BENGAL - 722102.
• Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM.