Rochester School for the Deaf (RSD) is seeking candidates with demonstrated leadership experience and a commitment to working collaboratively with the Superintendent/CEO, administrative directors, teachers, support staff, and families to ensure the success of all students in our diverse and dynamic school. RSD prides itself on school leaders who balance instructional leadership with effective school management to maximize our students’ achievement, engagement, and well-being.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Plan and operate the learning system for students in grades 6-12.
* Collaborate and actively support other school administrators on campus daily.
* Articulate, implement, and maintain the school’s vision following the current Strategic Plan.
* Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional programs, including the school’s objectives and
strategies.
* Plan, develop, and maintain a school climate that fosters high expectations, high student
achievement, and sound decision-making.
* Select, assign, and develop a staff that will positively impact student learning.
* Supervise and evaluate staff, as required by school policy.
* Assist grade-level teams/departments and individual teachers to set appropriate goals.
* Establish high expectations for student achievement, and communicate them directly and
thoughtfully to students and teachers.
* Establish clear rules and expectations for the use of time allocated to instruction.
* Design, implement, and assess comprehensive professional development programs, in
collaboration with other department administrators, tailored to meet the instructional needs of all staff from grades 6 through 12.
* Plan, design, and operate an internal, external, and personal communication system that utilizes high-quality communication skills in both English and ASL with families and the community.
* Use appropriate human relationship skills when dealing with various individuals and groups
within and outside the school system.
* Conduct periodic building/classroom needs assessments.
* Accept and provide appropriate input to develop funding requests, reflective of the identified needs.

VDDHH is seeking a Deaf Mentor Coordinator to manage the Deaf Mentor program for families of deaf and hard of hearing children age birth to 8 years old. The Coordinator will organize sessions between the Deaf Mentors and the families; recruit, train, motivate, monitor, and evaluate Deaf Mentors’ performance. The Coordinator will follow up with families to assess the quality of family sessions. Additional responsibilities include collecting data and reporting outcomes, establishing partnerships, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and providing presentations about the Deaf Mentor program. Must be Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language to communicate effectively with deaf and deafblind clients, staff, and partners. Must be willing to travel throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The Principal is the educational leader of the Middle School Department, serving 6th through 8th grade; will ensure that the program and curricula are implemented in order to maximize student learning experiences; establishes and maintains a positive school climate for the learning, behavior, safety, health, and welfare of students and personnel.

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive and educational leader of the school, and
liaison to the Board of Directors, responsible for advancing a mission-centered, student-focused program for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind learners from birth through age 22. This role provides strategic leadership across academics, special education services, outreach,
operations, and community engagement, ensuring compliance with Minnesota charter school law and special education regulations while fostering a bilingual (American Sign Language and English), inclusive, and language-rich environment.
The Executive Director will maintain a high professional profile (local, philanthropic, national)
and be able to access programmatic opportunities and develop unique, collaborative vehicles
with other public and private organizations and institutions. The Executive Director will be a
strategic marketer and relationship-builder who maximizes connections and develops agendas
with agencies, organizations, and individuals to increase opportunities for financial support and
program development while ensuring the school is providing the highest quality education for all students.

Seeking a School counselor who is passionate and student-centered to join our team beginning July 1, 2026 who is ready to inspire, advocate and create a lasting impact. This is more than a job, it is an opportunity to empower students from preschool through high school to thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and as they prepare for life beyond graduation in a mission-driven, language-rich community where communication access, belonging, and student success are at the heart of everything we do.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide individual and group counseling for academic, social-emotional, and mental health needs
• Support college and career readiness from early awareness through postsecondary planning
• Conduct monthly SEL lessons
• Assist with transition and graduation pathways, and ACT/SAT planning
• Coordinate state testing and academic progress monitoring
• Partner with families, staff, and community agencies to support student growth
• Participate in IEPs, student support teams, and school-wide wellness initiatives
• Promote student voice, leadership, service learning, and resilience
• Help create a safe, supportive, and engaging school climate for all learners
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s Degree in School Counseling
• Valid ODEW certification/licensure (or eligibility)
• Fluency in ASL required
• Ability to communicate effectively with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, and students with diverse language needs
• Strong collaboration, organization, and relationship-building skills
• Experience supporting students in academic, emotional, and postsecondary success preferred
WAGE AND BENEFITS: Competitive based on educational background and years of experience. The benefits package includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan options, 15 paid sick/personal days per school year, 10 paid federal holidays, and paid time off aligned with the school calendar. Employees also receive paid professional development opportunities and licensure support.
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week (flexible) may include some evenings or weekends, 10 -month position

SCOPE OF DUTIES

The Archivist is a multi-faceted position that integrates the roles of Archivist, Registrar, Project Manager, and Museum Manager. This role is responsible for the professional stewardship of collection materials, including accession, repatriation, cataloging, and conservation. The Archivist manages both physical and digital operations of the Cogswell Heritage House/American School for the Deaf Archival Database, ensuring all practices comply with federal and state regulations and standardized archival and museum practices. Additionally, the position is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the building housing the archive.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Archive & Collection Management

Accessions & Inventory Management: Manage an inventory control process that incorporates existing accession records and researches potential new acquisitions.
Standardized Processing: Ensure all new materials are documented according to registration standards and oversee the repatriation of deaccessioned items.
Cataloging: Manage and catalog collections using archival field standards and best practices for both physical and digital materials and objects.
Institutional Collaboration: Maintain existing and establish new relationships with other institutions to facilitate collaborative projects, exhibits, item loans, and the accession or deaccession of materials.
Access & Retrieval: Develop finding aids and archival databases to facilitate research and access to collections.
Technical Standards: Establish standardized classification systems and nomenclature systems for organizing diverse collections.

2. Archival Preservation & Documentation

Archival Database Management: Oversee the digital operations of the CHH/ASD Archival Database, including procedures related to the Connecticut Digital Archive (CTDA).
Digital Preservation: Execute digital imaging for documentation and ensure the accuracy and proper formatting of transcripts for both new and existing acquisitions.
Collection Care: Implement proper storage methods and environmental controls for diverse materials, ensuring items are housed correctly both on and offsite.

3. Museum Stewardship & Public Programming

Facility Management & Disaster Planning: Maintain CHH/ASD facilities and equipment, including the development and implementation of a disaster plan for the collections.
Guided Tours: Manage and coordinate requests for historic guided tours of the Cogswell Heritage House and ASD’s West Hartford Campus. Responsibilities include:
Maintaining timely communication with requestors regarding dates, group size, and specific needs.
Arranging necessary interpreters, including ASL, International, and Tactile.
Coordinating museum volunteers and guiding tours when volunteers are unavailable.
Research Requests: Manage and coordinate responses to all external and internal requests for research.
Public Outreach: Prepare reports, updates, and articles for the Annual Report and ASD’s weekly newsletter; deliver public presentations related to projects and collections.

4. Administrative Leadership

Budgeting & Funding: Advise on the annual budget, oversee expenditures, and identify potential funding sources in cooperation with Institutional Advancement.
Project Leadership: Develop project plans, identify and track tasks, and supervise the work of interns and volunteers.

Core Competencies:

Strong knowledge of Deaf history and key historical figures, with a specific understanding of the history of the American School for the Deaf.
Excellent interpersonal, writing, research, and time-management skills.
Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records.
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Proven reliability, trustworthiness, and a positive demeanor.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Graduate degree required (MA required, PhD preferred) in History, Museum Studies, Library Science, or a related field.
Five or more years of experience in the archival field (or equivalent education/certification).
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in database software and archival metadata standards.
Experience digitizing archival materials and managing digital objects.
Knowledge of programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Connecticut Digital Archive (CTDA).
Ability to properly handle historical and fragile documents.
American Sign Language proficiency strongly preferred or commitment to learn.
Ability to flex work hours as needed to meet the needs of the museum.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Group health insurance and other fringe benefits are available.
$1000 sign on bonus after one year of service for newly hired employees, not applicable for re-hires.

The Tennessee Schools for the Deaf (TSD) seeks a proven, mission-driven leader
with a strong record of service to deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The Director of
Schools and oversees all operations, personnel, and strategic planning across three
campuses, Knoxville, Nashville, and Jackson, leading TSD to be a statewide a

The Position:

Lexington School for the Deaf seeks a transformative and visionary Superintendent who is deeply committed to advancing the educational and individual development of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in New York City. This leader will be crucial in driving Lexington’s mission forward, ensuring it remains a premier institution for Deaf education while addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within its diverse community. With a deep understanding of Deaf culture and fluency in American Sign Language (ASL), the ideal candidate will inspire and lead a dynamic, multicultural school environment.

As the face of our organization, the Superintendent works closely with the Board of Trustees, various government agencies, and the public to ensure tight alignment of Lexington’s operations with Lexington’s mission and vision. This position reports directly to the Board of Trustees on such matters as prescribed by the By-Laws of Lexington School and Center for the Deaf and on matters of special instructions as may be given by the Board of Trustees through its CO- Presidents The Superintendent is charged with providing strong leadership and managing/supervising multiple functions including but not limited to finance, information technology operations, education instruction, policy development, and outreach, with responsibility for providing monthly reports to the Board of Trustees.

Positions reporting to the Superintendent include, but are not limited to, the School Principals, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Director of Pupil Personnel Services, the Director of Human Resources and Operations (HR), and the Directors of the Agencies.

Specific Responsibilities:

Organization-Wide

• Serve as the organization’s visionary and strategic leader in anticipating and analyzing trends in the field of deaf education and child/adult and family services.
• Serve as chief liaison with other 4201 schools, the 4201 Schools Association, the State Education Department (SED), the Board of Trustees, and the public.
• Serve as a liaison with educational and labor counsels.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the base and scope of Lexington School and agency programs as expressed in the Mission Statement, thereby enhancing Lexington’s reputation as a leader in providing educational and other services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals at the local, state and national levels.
• Strengthen the educational program while developing and executing long-range plans to achieve the mission and vision of Lexington School for the Deaf and its affiliates.
• Develop personnel practices and procedures, including those not covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), and recommend policies for Board consideration.
• With the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and approval of the Board’s Finance Committee, prepare and administer an annual budget for all Lexington entities that ensures their financial stability.
• Foster relationships between the School, the Center, government agencies and the public.
• Represent the Lexington Organization externally, with responsibility for developing key relationships that engage leadership, building philanthropic support and producing revenue and program opportunities. Develop and direct fundraising strategies and activities to maintain and to expand revenue from government (federal, state, and local) and private sectors.

School

• Provide creative thinking, educational expertise, and leadership to enhance, improve, and expand Lexington School’s academic programs and curriculum.
• Develop and implement annual and long-term programmatic and operational goals and objectives for Lexington School for the Deaf and its affiliates. Measure and evaluate the successful achievement of these goals and objectives.
• Foster and maintain a productive and collaborative relationship with the Lexington School Teacher Association, including functioning as the lead negotiator for the CBA with the assistance of counsel.
• Develop and oversee the School’s public relations program and activities and welcome and orient VIPs to the School.
• Maintain the school’s accreditation with the New York State Education Department, the Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf (CEASD), and the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS).

Affiliates

• Develop and implement annual and long term programmatic and operational goals and objectives for the affiliates of Lexington School for the Deaf. Measure and evaluate the successful achievement of these goals and objectives.

Board of Trustees

• Coordinate and administer board activities as requested by the Board of Trustees through its Co-Presidents.
• When and as necessary, work collaboratively with the board and staff to reorganize the organization’s structure and the office of the Superintendent so as to position the organization to grow and thrive.
• Ensure compliance with board policies and directives and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Formulate and recommend prospective policy for board consideration.
• Participate in regular meetings with the Co-Presidents of the Board of Trustees.
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Board of Trustees.

Personal Development

• Continue personal professional growth through participation in educational programs or activities related to management skills, business acumen, communication skills, governmental programs and other programs related to education and trends in deaf education, special education, and related fields.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of Masters Degree (MA) in Deaf Education (PhD preferred) or other relevant advanced degree.
• Eligibility for New York State School Building Leader Certification.
• Demonstrated experience as a Superintendent, Principal, or Executive Director, preferably in a school for deaf or special needs students.
• Fluency in American Sign Language.
• Knowledge of Deaf Culture needs and issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of social service programs for the deaf and hard of hearing.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and supervise multiple functions.
• Knowledge of curriculum and principles of learning.
• Membership in professional organizations that enhance personal prestige and the prestige of the School and Center.

Oversee the operations of the IESDB by ensuring the delivery of both direct and indirect educational services for the Idaho School for the Deaf and Blind (ISDB) campus and outreach programs as designated by Statute 33-34 to all individuals, birth through age 21, with hearing or vision loss, including those with co-occurring disabling conditions and deaf-blindness in the state of Idaho.

• An experienced and highly professional to support executive-level operations.
• Coordinating administrative activities, managing sensitive communication and serving as a primary liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate communications between board members, administrator, staff and the public, government agencies, and community partners.
• Attend Board meetings to gather and relay information; prepare correspondence, briefing, and reports.
• Handle confidential, sensitive, and political matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Research, analyze, and compile data to support decision-making and problem resolution.
• Coordinate office functions, timelines, special projects, and committee activities.
• Draft, format, and produce official documents, including executive and legal communications.
• Administrative Assistant support to Outreach staff as assigned from Outreach Director.
• Complete other Duties as assigned.
• Weekly hours 32-36 hrs.
• Twelve Month Position.
• See more details on IESDB website