POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide consultations to public schools with children who are deaf are hard of hearing.

PUBLIC SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS addresses the specific needs of students with hearing aids and cochlear implants in mainstream public school educational settings, while providing a support system for monitoring deaf and hard of hearing students’ academic and developmental progress.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Partnership consultants work independently in school districts, within a school-based team environment, with general /special educators and administrators, as well as the student and family under the supervision and mentorship of the program director.
Provide appropriate recommendations based on classroom and student observations, which are within your scope of practice.
Provide in-services to help school-based professionals understand the implication of hearing loss on accessing the curriculum.
Provide curriculum support and modification expertise.
Billing time (visits to the school district) must be accurate. Falsified billing reports are grounds for immediate termination.
Communication among The Partnership consultants, program director and school districts must be consistent and accurate. The program director must be copied on significant e-mails to school districts. The program director must also know when consultants are going to various districts once schedules are established.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements
• A Master’s Degree, 6 or more years of experience in a deaf education setting and MA Teacher Certification in Deaf Education, Special Education or Teacher of Speech and Hearing Impaired
• Other Certifications may be considered, given the applicant’s background and experience
• ASL fluency preferred, willingness to learn required
• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
• Ability to keep company and client information confidential
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

This position is open until filled.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Seeking a full-time individual to manage student/family Individual Educational Programs (IEPs). Must have an understanding of special education procedures and policies and the application of service delivery, curriculum and instruction of students with disabilities. Must have comprehensive knowledge of the coordination of service delivery, related service providers, and community agencies and other resource providers.

Case manages student records and services in accordance and compliance with State and Federal regulations. Coordinates the exchange of student information with Local Education Agencies (LEAs), State Operated Programs (SOPs) and other education agencies.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with the provision of services for students’ individual needs in the least restrictive environment compliant with the service delivery grid of their Individual Educational Program (IEP);
Schedule and manage team meetings, including annual and re-evaluation meetings;
Coordinate and collaborate with classroom teachers, counselors, social workers, specialists, intervention specialists, academic/behavior interventionists, and others regarding students’ accommodations, program modifications, instructional supports, behavior intervention plans, etc.
Train and monitor development of IEP goals, objectives and relevant areas within the IEP.
Provide educational consultation to teachers, staff, service providers, and parents that will enhance their understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.
Provide support of special education teachers and service providers in daily activities and mandated paperwork requirements.
Keeps the education director & superintendent informed of students/staff issues and needs.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements
Master’s degree in Education of Deaf students, Education of Deaf students with additional disabilities or Special Education preferred
Three years of successful classroom teaching experience with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Fluent in American Sign Language and written English and possess knowledge of all ages and levels of students including students with multiple disabilities and cognitive disabilities.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to adhere to deadlines and work independently.
Quick learner, adaptable, committed to acting in the best interest of students.
Ability to work as part of a team.

This position is open until filled.

PROGRAM SUMMARY:

The School Counselor will provide individual and group counseling services to Marie Philip School students and work collaboratively with faculty and staff to address the social emotional development of students.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitate and provide individual and/or group counseling services; including social/interpersonal classes.
Work closely with the educational department on the development and implementation of psycho-social curriculum, including building positive interpersonal relationships, managing conflicts, and anti-bias education.
Maintain collaborative contact with families of students receiving counseling services and assist in obtaining additional services outside of school when needed.
Available for student crises and/or conflict resolution between student peers.
Implement anti-racist principles and practices in counseling and within social-emotional supports including sensitivity to the varied students’ multicultural identities and diverse needs.
Engage and facilitate community collaboration; community engagement series.
Work with other members of the Marie Philip School Clinical team to develop policies and procedures for the provision of social emotional services to students.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements
• Licensed or working towards a Massachusetts State Licensure in Social Work, School Counselor, or Mental Health Counselor
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred
• Written language competency
• Experience working with children in a school setting preferred
• Ability to manage conflict and maintain confidentiality

This position is open until filled.

The Kentucky Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Early Learning, Division of State Schools, Kentucky School for the Deaf (KSD) in Danville (Boyle County) has an opening for a High School Science Teacher.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences aligned to Kentucky Academic Standards for Science. Maintain lesson plans & formative assessment data. Create and maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities. Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs. Use relevant technology to support instruction. Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation. Prepare required reports on students and activities. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Supervise students and maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school. Attend staff meetings, serve on staff committees, and support extracurricular activities. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs. Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities. Complete all trainings and other compliance requirements as assigned by the designated deadline.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful experience as a High School Science Teacher and/or University science instructor/lecturer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must have valid Kentucky Teaching Certification in science for grades 6-12. Proficiency in ASL preferred. Expected to attain SLPI rating of Intermediate within four years of employment as part of tenure consideration.
Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.
Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment will be given.

In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers’ Retirement System.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 999-897-7781 or E-Verify website

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D

The Director of Facilities is responsible for coordinating and managing the planning, design, and construction program for the school in accordance with legal and educational requirements. Oversees all project planning, budgets, design, and construction, including responsibility for educational specifications, real estate, and environmental services.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises the overall functions of the maintenance and repairs of the buildings and grounds in accordance with all NYSD, local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Supervises a staff of four in the maintenance department
Anticipates conditions that might affect the school’s mechanical, electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and air conditioning and takes corrective action to avoid disruption of any of these services
Develops, directs, and maintains an ongoing preventive maintenance program to ensure its effectiveness and efficiency for all of the school buildings and grounds
Investigate the conditions of buildings on a daily basis
Administer all maintenance records in electronic format, including schedules, future work plans, and all work performed and material changes
Familiar with capital project management and the New York State bidding process
Works with the Superintendent to develop and maintain a plan for capital improvements on campus and oversee implementation thereof
Administers performance of design and construction contracts, coordinates and manages the efforts of architects/engineers and contractors to ensure attainment of specified quality standards for all contractual projects
Assures all construction and maintenance project designs (plans and specifications) and work are reviewed, inspected, and accomplished in accordance with New York statutes, New York building codes, and New York Department of Education regulations
Serves as liaison with government agencies and the general public in matters relating to school and facility construction, renovations, and environmental conditions
Participates in and assists with design and construction litigation and dispute resolution
Supervises and directs the maintenance program appropriate for Deaf students in keeping with the philosophy of the Superintendent and the Mission and Vision of the school
Collaborates with the administrative team on environmental and safety issues
Suggest changes and/or repairs to comply with school health and safety in accordance with all federal, state, local, and environmental laws, OSHA, rules, and regulations
Required to ensure annual training and development for staff
Responsible for staff training and development for maintenance and ground team in areas of federal and state laws, best practice, and workplace safety
Submits bi-weekly reports to the Office of the Superintendent
Utilizes applications for work automation and project management
Performs other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in and knowledge of facilities planning, construction, operation, and maintenance management
Preferred related experience in and knowledge of state and local laws and regulations along with school facilities planning
Ability to communicate ideas and information in written and oral format to administrative staff, professional colleagues, and the Board of Trustees
Ability to supervise personnel
Ability to estimate cost and work effort and submits reports
Knowledge of basic American Sign Language or is willing to learn

Applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 unless eligible for a medical or religious exemption in accordance with E.E.O.C. requirements.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

Final Filing Date: August 26, 2022
Time Base: Full Time
Location: Riverside
Salary: $11,406* – $14,279* plus $650 to $1,900
for Recruitment and Retention and $200
Bilingual Pay for proficiency in American Sign
Language monthly. (Annual Salary $147,072 to
$196,548)

General Duties
The Site Superintendent at California School for the Deaf, Riverside (CSDR), serves more than
400 students with a staff mix of approximately 340 educators, residential care workers and support
services personnel. The Site Superintendent (SS) provides leadership to Local Education
Agencies (LEAs) and CSDR staff in providing quality educational services to deaf and hard of
hearing students. School services address a wide range of needs for students that are deaf or
hard of hearing in accordance with the goals and policies of the California Department of
Education (CDE) and state and federal rules and guidelines. Program components and services
to students in the Early Childhood, elementary, junior high, and high schools include career
technical education, special education, pupil personnel services, media technology services,
curriculum development, diagnostic services, outreach and training, and business support
services. CSDR is organized into five departments: Curriculum/Instruction, Student Services,
Student Life, Human Resources, and Operational Services.
Required Qualifications
• Possession of a master’s or higher degree in Deaf Education or a closely related subject
from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Applicant must possess a California Administrative Services Credential or be qualified and
willing to enroll in an administrative internship program working toward obtaining the
credential.
• A minimum of five years of administrative experience with oversight responsibilities of
education programs for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing student population.
• A minimum of three years’ experience as a credentialed teacher for the Deaf.
Desirable Qualifications
• Doctorate from an accredited institution in the area of the Deaf and/or educational
administration is highly desired.
• Be knowledgeable of:
• Deaf culture needs and issues
• Principles, practices, concerns, and trends of school administration, management, and
educational issues in serving Deaf and hard-of-hearing students

• Fiscal planning and oversight, personnel management, strategic planning, curriculum
and instruction, facilities planning, community relations, and legislative relations
• Local, state, and national programs for the Deaf and hard of hearing
• Possess the abilities and interpersonal skills to:
• Communicate fluently in American Sign Language
• Promote and ensure academic and instructional excellence in all educational programs
according to rigorous content and performance standards for all students served
• Develop and implement procedures to ensure quality control of all programs and
services
• Promote parent and community partnerships and involvement in school activities
• Maintain general oversight and monitor business functions of a state operated agency
including all budgetary functions, and plant operations needs
• Promote and implement appropriate personnel practices and labor relations policies
• Establish and maintain effective communications with all constituency groups to
integrate the activities of diverse interests to attain common goals

Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, https://www.calhr.ca.gov/ and the
CalPERS website, https://www.calpers.ca.gov/. CalSTRS is only applicable if you are currently
in the CalSTRS system and wish to remain in their retirement system.
Conditions of Employment
Subject to fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by the Department of Justice and Federal
Bureau of Investigation and Tuberculosis clearance. This position is designated as safety
sensitive and is subject to reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed.
Please Note: Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or
appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the
applicant will be removed from the eligibility list.

How To Apply:
Submit a State Application (Form 678); a current resume; copy of attained degree(s); teaching
and/or administrative credentials; three letters of reference; and Statement of Qualifications to:
Nora Gonzales, Human Resources Manager
California Department of Education
California School for the Deaf, Riverside
3044 Horace Street
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 248-7700 ext. 3590
[email protected]

The Statement of Qualifications describes your experience, knowledge, and abilities as
they relate to each “Desired Qualification” factor listed under the “Desired Qualifications”
section of this bulletin. You must provide specific examples for the Desirable
Qualifications you possess. The Desirable Qualification factors must be addressed in the same order as listed.
The Statement of Qualifications should not exceed three pages in length with a minimum font size of 10 pitch.

The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color,
disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender,
gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military
or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes
pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Are you a School Administrator looking for a change to a small educational setting?
Do you have the skills to help lead a team of dedicated staff who have expertise in the areas of Special Education and sensory impairments?

Come join our team!

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is located in the historic, vibrant city of Staunton, Virginia. VSDB provides superior education for students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/vision impaired, deafblind, and deaf or blind with other disabilities. VSDB offers PreK-12 education with both residential and day student options. VSDB believes that disabilities are challenges not barriers and supports each student in their goal to be independent and to reach their highest academic potential! VSDB prepares students for life!

Why come to VSDB?
✔ $3,500 Sign-on Bonus now available!
✔ Supportive and positive team setting
✔ Small student-teacher ratio
✔ School-Residential partnership that supports a 24/7 learning environment
✔ Great comprehensive benefit package including:
✔ Ample paid time off including more than 15 holidays
✔ Low cost medical, dental and vision insurance

This is a 12-month classified position with full state benefits.

Responsibilities include:
● Provides support to school leadership and educational staff in the provision of Special Education services
● Manages and supervises teachers and faculty support positions, including staff performance and evaluation process
● Promotes a positive and collaborative learning and work environment
● Develops, advocates for and sustains an academically challenging, positive and safe school climate.
● Collaborates with the Residential Program in order to ensure consistency across both School and Residential programs
● Establishes and maintains positive relationships with staff members, parents/families and community stakeholders
● Works across departments to ensure a safe and healthy educational setting
● Serves as a resource for children with sensory impairments throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia

Minimum Qualifications:
● Master’s Degree in educational administration or a related area from a regionally accredited college or university
● Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia professional license issued by the Board of Education with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision (Prefer additional endorsement in Special Education – Hearing Impairment preK-12 or Special Education – Visual Impairment preK-12)
● Demonstrated experience as a leader in education
● Prefer experience as a full-time classroom teacher in an accredited school
● Prefer experience in teaching children with sensory impairment and other disabilities
● Ability to design and implement appropriate instruction for children with sensory impairment, including blindness, deafness, deafblind, and blindness or deafness with other disabilities
● Knowledge of child growth and development, and special needs of children with disabilities, including the areas of deafness, blindness and deafblind
● Knowledge of curriculum and curriculum development
● Skill in automated office operations, including word processing, database management, graphics and spreadsheet software applications using Microsoft Office and Google
● Demonstrated effective level of organizational skills
● Demonstrated effective communication skills in written and spoken English and/or ASL to articulate and exchange information
● Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize needs, and work efficiently under strict deadlines
● Demonstrated knowledge of Virginia Special Education laws, regulations, process, and the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
● Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a positive learning and work environment in order to support effective student and staff relationships and positive morale
● Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with parents/families and community stakeholders
● Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
● Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
● Upon hire, minimum proficiency level of “Intermediate Plus” in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview, ASL credentials from an accrediting body, and/or as demonstrated in the VSDB interview. Expectation of reaching “Advanced” level within one year of hire.

Please submit college transcripts with application materials.

Note: A criminal history and driving record check will be required for final candidates.

Assists the Principal in School Improvement activities
Assists the Principal in providing a comprehensive educational program for students
Assists the Principal in improving student performance by:
Assessing educational and programming needs
Coordinating the use of instructional tools and strategies
Collecting data for evaluating and reporting student progress
Coordinating overall after-school programs, activities, and functions
Assists the Principal in student management:
Implements appropriate procedures and maintains consistent practices within the school discipline program
Serves as liaison with student support services such as transportation
Assists the Principal in staff development by:
Identifying topics for staff development
Planning and coordinating school-wide staff development activities
Researching and disseminating information on best practices for school improvement goals
Assists the Principal with planning activities for accreditation and preparing accreditation documents
Assists the Principal with the walk-through observations, formal observations and evaluation of teaching staff
Assists the Principal with the evaluation of non-teaching staff
Assists the Principal with creating and managing budgets, requisitions and allocation of supplies, equipment and instructional materials
Assists the Principal with the preparation of class schedules, cumulative records and IEP/MET documents
Assists the Principal with the hiring of teaching and other staff
Assists the Principal with monitoring the safety and security of the school campus
Position will be responsible for some or all of the listed duties and/or additional duties that occur from time to time.

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR

CURRENT NEEDS:
SECOND SHIFT
WEEKEND DAYS

CLOSING DATE: Until filled
REV: 07/21/2022
POST: 07/21/2022

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools. There is also much to do in West Hartford. There is a wide array of parks and recreation. There are pools and hiking trails. There are historic sites to visit as well. If shopping is on the list then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

SCOPE OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the PACES or Core Dean of Students, and/or the Coordinator of Student Support Services, the Residential Counselor is responsible for the supervision of children and adolescents during school and/or out-of-school hours and the assumption of other responsibilities as designated by the PACES or Core Dean of Students, and/or Student Support Services Coordinator
PRIMARY DUTIES
• Responsible for the supervision of emotionally/behaviorally-disordered deaf and hard of hearing children and youth during in or out-of-school hours, including meals.
• Planning and carrying out activities designed to promote personal and social growth.
• Responsible for encouraging to students to maintain good personal hygiene and attire, including bathing and feeding.
• Assist students with mobility.
• Encourage students to engage in extra-curricular activities.
• Implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
• Participation in planning and staff conferences with academic and residential staff.
• Participation in staff training and in-service activities, including Physical/Psychological Management Training (PMT) workshops.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular and frequent basis.
• Responsible for reports and daily logs.
• Works cooperatively with all teachers, residential staff and other support staff.
• Other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
• Ability to anticipate potential issues and re-direct or de-escalate behavior.
• Demonstrates good judgment, dependability.
• Proficient with writing reports
• Ability to resolve conflict
• Ability to manage crisis situation
• Demonstrates high levels of patience, empathy, and respect.
• Demonstrates an understanding of cultural diversity and embeds that knowledge into practice

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• High School graduate.
• Prior experience in working with emotionally/behaviorally-challenged children and youth in a residential setting preferred.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques is desirable.
• PMT/CPR Certification or willingness to secure.
• Ability or willingness to learn to communicate effectively using American Sign Language (ASL).

Second Shift:
Monday: 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 2:30 PM to 11:30 PM

Weekend Day Shift:
Friday: 12:30 PM to 10:45 PM (1/2 hour break)
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 10:45 PM (1 hour break)
Sunday: 8:30 AM to 11:00 PM (1 hour break)

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR
DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LIFE

Posted: 07.27.2022

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners. ASD is accredited through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), as well as the Conference of Educational Administrators of School Programs for the Deaf (CEASD).

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools. There is also much to do in West Hartford. There is a wide array of parks and recreation. There are pools and hiking trails. There are historic sites to visit as well. If shopping is on the list then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

SCOPE OF DUTIES

The Director of Student Life will report directly to the Executive Director. The Director provides academic, social, emotional, and life skills growth for students, active learning environments, school-dorm collaboration and curriculum infusion, residence maintenance and programs, afterschool programs, community governance, and other services based on best practices/concepts in student development and K-12 education. The Director of Student Life will work collaboratively with The Executive Leadership Team and the ASD community to plan, direct and administer all areas of the American School for the Deaf Core and PACES residential programs. The Director also administers program evaluation projects, provides vision and direction for training programs and professional development for professional and paraprofessional staff, evaluates Deans, program managers, and oversees the budget.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Directs/supervises the activities of the following departments:
Student Life; Core, PACES, and International
Transportation Services
Athletic Department
Camp Isola Bella
• Provides leadership and guidance to determine and identify long and short range plans for the dormitory, aligning with the current accreditation goals and plans, and the American School for the Deaf’s strategic plan.
• Through partnership with school leaders, provides leadership in creating and facilitating an effective living-learning environment for students by school-dorm/after school activity collaboration and curriculum infusion in residence halls.
• Establish a safe and nurturing residential environment to live and learn.
• Oversees and provides leadership to all Class and Organizations.
• Plans, prepares and oversees the budget. Authorizes expenditures and assures a balanced budget.
• Sets professional development goals for employees of the residential program to increase all-around knowledge of Student Life objectives and programs.
• Encourages staff growth by supporting their professional membership in related organizations; shares best practice developments with staff, particularly in the areas of student development and environmental management. Help personnel to increase competencies by supporting them in participating in continuing education programs, in-service training programs, seminars, workshops and coordinate internal training programs for staff.
• Oversees the formulation and ensures enforcement of dorm policies and regulations; oversees the documentation of all dorm incident reports and other disciplinary actions. Oversees the managing of accurate student disciplinary records and professional staff actions that are in accordance with rules governing the privacy and confidentiality of all records, and provides leadership in creating school-wide linkages with teachers, staff and students in addressing personal safety issues and well as discussing and resolving disruptive behavior.
• Assures periodic assessments of the dorm environment and student needs/satisfaction. Participates in research activities and program evaluations projects as requested.
• Oversees requests for repairs and conducts ongoing program reviews and risk management activities to ensure a healthy and safe environment for students and staff.
• Serves as essential personnel and responds to emergency situations according to set policies and procedures.
• Complies with licensing requirements for both the Core and PACES residential program, including Connecticut DCF and Connecticut DDS, as well as other state licensing requirements.
• Oversees the ASD International Student Program, including housing, medical, transportation, staffing, and activities.
• Coordinates campus housing placements for new staff, interns, student teachers, visitors, and emergency housing needs
• Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree preferred in education or related field
• Strong background in residential life, mental health or psychology highly desirable.
• Must have a minimum of five years’ experience in a program for deaf and hard-of-hearing children and youth, or in a closely related field.
• Demonstrated administrative and supervisory skills are required. Must be willing to travel.
• Sign Language proficiency is required.
• May live in campus housing. Be on-call for school/campus emergencies.