Primary Teacher for Deaf Learners job at Masaka School for the Deaf
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-May-22
Location: Masaka
Primary Teacher for Deaf Learners 2026-05-22T08:16:36+00:00 Masaka School for the Deaf https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_12647/logo/Masaka%20School%20for%20the%20Deaf.png https://masakasne.com/ FULL_TIME Masaka Masaka 00256 Uganda Education, and Training Education, Teachers & Education, Childhood Teacher 2026-06-07T17:00:00+00:00 8 Background Masaka School for the Deaf was established in 2005 to provide quality primary education, Ugandan Sign Language (USL), vocational skills, and independent living support to profoundly deaf and hearing-impaired children. Over the past 20 years, the school has supported and transformed the lives of more than 1,000 deaf learners from disadvantaged backgrounds across Uganda. As part of our continued growth and expansion, we are seeking to recruit ten (10) passionate, committed, and motivated Primary Teachers for Deaf Learners to join our dedicated team. Position Primary Teacher for Deaf Learners Number of Positions 10 Location Masaka, Uganda Employment Type Full-Time Key Responsibilities - Teach and support deaf and hearing-impaired primary learners using learner-centered methods
- Deliver lessons using Ugandan Sign Language (USL) and appropriate visual teaching aids
- Assess learner progress and provide individualized support where necessary
- Promote inclusion, emotional wellbeing, life skills, and positive social development
- Work closely with parents, guardians, therapists, and fellow staff to support holistic learner development
- Participate in co-curricular and vocational development activities within the school
Qualifications and Requirements - Diploma or Bachelorâs Degree in Special Needs Education recognized by the Ministry of Education and Sports
- Minimum of three (3) yearsâ teaching experience in Special Needs Education
- Proficiency in Ugandan Sign Language (USL) is a must
- Experience working with deaf or hearing-impaired children is highly desirable
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills
- Good computer knowledge, especially MS Office applications
- High levels of patience, empathy, professionalism, and commitment to disability inclusion
What We Offer - An opportunity to make a real and lasting impact in the lives of deaf children
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning
- Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
- Teach and support deaf and hearing-impaired primary learners using learner-centered methods
- Deliver lessons using Ugandan Sign Language (USL) and appropriate visual teaching aids
- Assess learner progress and provide individualized support where necessary
- Promote inclusion, emotional wellbeing, life skills, and positive social development
- Work closely with parents, guardians, therapists, and fellow staff to support holistic learner development
- Participate in co-curricular and vocational development activities within the school
- Proficiency in Ugandan Sign Language (USL)
- Strong communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Report-writing skills
- Good computer knowledge, especially MS Office applications
- High levels of patience
- Empathy
- Professionalism
- Commitment to disability inclusion
- Diploma or Bachelorâs Degree in Special Needs Education recognized by the Ministry of Education and Sports
- Minimum of three (3) yearsâ teaching experience in Special Needs Education
- Proficiency in Ugandan Sign Language (USL) is a must
- Experience working with deaf or hearing-impaired children is highly desirable
JOB-6a1010e4a3c4c Vacancy title: Primary Teacher for Deaf Learners Jobs at: Masaka School for the Deaf Deadline of this Job: Sunday, June 7 2026 Duty Station: Masaka | Masaka Summary Date Posted: Friday, May 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS:
Background Masaka School for the Deaf was established in 2005 to provide quality primary education, Ugandan Sign Language (USL), vocational skills, and independent living support to profoundly deaf and hearing-impaired children. Over the past 20 years, the school has supported and transformed the lives of more than 1,000 deaf learners from disadvantaged backgrounds across Uganda. As part of our continued growth and expansion, we are seeking to recruit ten (10) passionate, committed, and motivated Primary Teachers for Deaf Learners to join our dedicated team. Position Primary Teacher for Deaf Learners Number of Positions 10 Location Masaka, Uganda Employment Type Full-Time Key Responsibilities - Teach and support deaf and hearing-impaired primary learners using learner-centered methods
- Deliver lessons using Ugandan Sign Language (USL) and appropriate visual teaching aids
- Assess learner progress and provide individualized support where necessary
- Promote inclusion, emotional wellbeing, life skills, and positive social development
- Work closely with parents, guardians, therapists, and fellow staff to support holistic learner development
- Participate in co-curricular and vocational development activities within the school
Qualifications and Requirements - Diploma or Bachelorâs Degree in Special Needs Education recognized by the Ministry of Education and Sports
- Minimum of three (3) yearsâ teaching experience in Special Needs Education
- Proficiency in Ugandan Sign Language (USL) is a must
- Experience working with deaf or hearing-impaired children is highly desirable
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills
- Good computer knowledge, especially MS Office applications
- High levels of patience, empathy, professionalism, and commitment to disability inclusion
What We Offer - An opportunity to make a real and lasting impact in the lives of deaf children
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning
- Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 12 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure Interested in applying for this job? gmail.com&form%5Bvalid-to%5D=Sunday,%20June%207%202026">Click here to submit your application now.
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