RCM Healthcare is hiring a full time Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to provide services to students in Alameda, CA

Hourly Rate: $90.00 – $95.00 per hour (W2 Contract, based on experience)

Location: California
Remote / Onsite: Hybrid – Travel to school sites required; remote services may be provided as appropriate

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) provides direct and consultative services to students from preschool through high school who are integrated into mainstream educational settings. Services are delivered in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and may include direct student support, collaboration with educational teams, family guidance, staff training, and program evaluation. This role supports student success by promoting access to communication, learning, and educational opportunities through evidence-based practices and specialized instruction.

Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift

• School-year schedule
• Hours per week: Varies based on caseload
• Contract length: School Year Contract

Key Duties

• Provide direct and consultative services to students with hearing differences in accordance with IEP goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with parents, school district personnel, audiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.
• Attend and participate in IEP and IFSP meetings, providing progress updates and recommendations.
• Monitor the use and effectiveness of hearing aids, cochlear implants, HAT systems, and other assistive technologies.
• Prepare quarterly progress reports, evaluations, documentation, training materials, and other required records.
• Provide staff training and educational workshops related to hearing levels, accommodations, and student needs.
• Support teletherapy services when appropriate and maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Document services, student progress, and outcomes in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in community outreach, professional presentations, and ongoing professional development activities.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Education

• Required: Master’s Degree in Deaf Education or a related field
• Preferred: Focus in Listening and Spoken Language

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Valid California Education Specialist Credential in Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH)
• Required: Teacher of the Deaf certification
• Preferred: Alexander Graham Bell Academy certification as a Listening and Spoken Language Specialist (LSLS Cert. AVT or LSLS Cert. AVEd) or fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Required: Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Required: Ability to pass a background check, including California Fingerprint Clearance requirements

Skills

• Strong knowledge of public-school systems, special education services, and IEP/IFSP processes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with iPads, assistive technology, and Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary educational environments.
• Strong report-writing, data collection, and documentation skills utilizing evidence-based practices.
• Knowledge of child development and developmental milestones from birth through age 21.
• Experience with aural rehabilitation and bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred.

Benefits (only for temporary roles)

Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being. RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.