Special Education Teacher — Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH)

ISO Workforce Alliance — Elgin, Illinois
Full-Time | Immediate Interviews | School-Based Position

About the Role

ISO Workforce Alliance is partnering with a large, diverse, and student-centered public school system in Elgin, Illinois to place a Special Education Teacher specializing in Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) for the current or upcoming school year.

This role is ideal for a highly skilled educator who is passionate about equitable access to education for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and who values collaboration, compliance, and innovative instructional practices.

You will serve as a critical member of the Student Services team, ensuring that students with hearing-related disabilities receive individualized instruction, appropriate accommodations, and legally compliant special education services in alignment with IDEA and Illinois state regulations.

As an ISO-supported teacher, you will receive dedicated recruiter support, onboarding assistance, and ongoing advocacy throughout your assignment.

What You’ll Do

As a Special Education DHH Teacher, you will:

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

• Provide specialized instruction tailored to students’ communication modes (e.g., oral, sign, or total communication)

• Collaborate with audiologists, interpreters, speech-language pathologists, general education teachers, and families

• Support students’ academic progress, communication access, and social-emotional development

• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions

• Collect and analyze student data to inform instructional decisions

• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and Illinois special education requirements

• Maintain accurate, timely, and audit-ready documentation

• Promote inclusive practices and accessibility across learning environments

Illinois Requirements

Candidates must hold:

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with:

  • Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) endorsement and/or

  • Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) endorsement or approval (as applicable)

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education (Master’s preferred)

• Demonstrated knowledge of:

  • IDEA and Illinois special education regulations

  • IEP development and progress monitoring

  • Instructional strategies for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with DHH students in K–12 or secondary settings

• Familiarity with assistive listening technology and classroom accommodations

• Experience collaborating with educational interpreters and related service providers

• Background in inclusive or co-taught instructional models

Why Teach with ISO Workforce Alliance?

When you work with ISO, you are more than a placement—you are part of our team. We provide:

• Dedicated recruiter support from day one

• Streamlined onboarding and compliance assistance

• Competitive compensation packages

• Ongoing professional support during your assignment

• Strong partnership with the school to set you up for success

Schedule & Setting

• Full-time, school-year position

• On-site in Elgin, Illinois

• Student Services / Special Education department with specialized DHH supports

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply today for immediate consideration. Strong candidates may be fast-tracked for interviews.

If you are passionate about serving students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and want to work within a collaborative school environment, we’d love to connect with you.