Remote Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing / Orientation & Mobility Specialist Location: Remote Position: Full-Time | 100% Virtual Schedule: 37.5 hours/week Contract: 2026–2027 School Year Grade Levels: PreK–12 / Transition Position Overview TheraPeds Partners is seeking an exceptionally specialized Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) with formal Orientation & Mobility (O&M) certification to provide virtual services to students throughout the school year. This unique remote position is designed for a professional who can combine expertise in DHH education, accessible virtual instruction, and Orientation & Mobility programming. The successful candidate will support students with complex sensory and communication needs while collaborating virtually with school teams, families, and related service providers.
Responsibilities
Provide virtual specialized instruction and consultation for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Develop and implement individualized instructional strategies aligned with IEP goals. Deliver remote consultation and instruction related to orientation, environmental awareness, spatial concepts, and independent navigation. Participate in virtual IEP meetings, evaluations, eligibility meetings, transition planning, and multidisciplinary conferences. Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired, audiologists, SLPs, OTs, PTs, special educators, and school administrators. Support students utilizing ASL, spoken language, AAC, captioning, assistive listening technology, or other communication systems. Provide virtual consultation regarding accessibility, communication access, environmental modifications, and independent living skills. Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, evaluations, and service records. Communicate regularly with families and educational teams regarding student progress and functional needs. Adapt DHH and O&M instructional activities for delivery within a fully virtual environment.
Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in Deaf Education, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Education, Special Education, or a related field. Valid state certification/licensure as a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Current professional Orientation & Mobility (O&M) certification from a recognized credentialing organization. Demonstrated experience providing both DHH educational services and O&M services. Advanced proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL). Experience working with students with complex sensory, communication, developmental, and mobility needs. Experience providing educational services through a teletherapy/telepractice platform. Ability to independently design engaging and accessible virtual instruction. Current background/fingerprint clearance as required by applicable school districts.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) credential. Dual certification in DHH Education and Visual Impairment. Experience working with students who are deafblind or have dual-sensory disabilities. Experience with tactile communication and Protactile approaches. Knowledge of braille and tactile learning materials. Experience with assistive listening devices, FM/DM systems, cochlear implant technology, and remote classroom accessibility. Experience providing virtual transition services focused on postsecondary independence. Previous experience delivering O&M-related instruction through telepractice.
Pay
- $75–$95+/hour
- Guaranteed
- Hours: Includes direct service, documentation, administrative responsibilities, consultation, and planning time. 100% remote position Flexible virtual service delivery Manageable caseload Support from both the district and TheraPeds Partners W-2 employment with benefits available Professional development opportunities Bi-monthly pay This position is intended for an exceptionally specialized professional with both DHH teaching credentials and formal Orientation & Mobility certification, along with demonstrated experience delivering specialized services virtually.
