Scope of Work:

The goal for a Deaf Mentor is to provide support and to increase the ability for families with a deaf child to learn about language and culture through the use of American Sign Language.

Duties/Responsibilities:

● Meet with assigned families once a week. Each visit shall be one hour in length.
● Complete a calendar of visits, lesson plans, and child progress monitoring and submit to the Coordinator of the Shared Reading Program once a month.
● Create quarterly reports that include the following:
○ demographics data;
○ cumulative number of complete home visit to date;
○ cumulative number of cancelled or not at-home visits;
○ list of all Deaf Mentor curriculum topics discussed;
○ observed family’s mastery of:
■ early visual communication mastery,
■ ASL vocabulary,
■ ASL expressive/receptive skills,
■ LDS quarterly score;
■ VCSL quarterly score.
● Conduct surveys:
○ Family Satisfaction Survey
○ Family Knowledge Survey
● Follow the curriculum as developed and designed for the Shared Reading Program.
● Serve as a facilitator for the family and child when it comes to learning about American Sign Language, Deafness, and Deaf Culture.
● Ability to work remotely as needed.
● Maintains confidentiality of family and student information.
● Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform each essential with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. High school or equivalency (copy of diploma or equivalent).
2. Experience with bilingual education.
3. Access to internet at home
4. Have a good understanding of Google Education, Zoom, and technology (software and hardware use).
5. Is able to provide their own transportation using car, metro, or rail (mileage will be reimbursed).
6. Proven skills in written communication, reporting, scheduling, planning, and work ethics.
7. Effective communication skills, positive attitude, have connections with the Deaf community and the community at large.
8. Be proficient in American Sign Language.
9. Ability to engage effectively with families, children who are deaf or hard of hearing and deaf-blind.
10. Ability to work with diversity and multi-disciplinary teams.
11. Evidence in depth knowledge of Deaf Culture and Language
12. Have a good knowledge and understanding of the following:
a. 15 Principles of Shared Reading Project
b. ASL Storytelling
c. ASL Grammar and Functions
13. Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Education and/or Experience:

High school degree or equivalent.

Teacher of the Deaf – Instructional Strategist II: Intellectual Disabilities

Primary Function:
Assumes responsibility for providing a quality educational program.
Formulates appropriate educational objective, activities and evaluation.
Reports student growth and programs to parents periodically.
Maintains discipline within the classroom.
Facilitates implementation of the School’s Communication Policy.

Intellectual disabilities/resource room teacher requires an Iowa teaching license with the endorsement 264 K-12 Instructional Strategist II: ID; candidate would also be expected to get the Birth-21 Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing endorsement.
See the Iowa Board of Educational Examiner’s webpage: www.state.ia.us/boee/ for information on Iowa licensing and endorsement requirements.

National Technical Institute for the Deaf Mental Health Therapist

Job Description
The mental health therapist will value a multi-faceted approach involving strongly linked clinical and training efforts, consultation with the NTID campus community, mental health prevention/early intervention, multicultural values/awareness and collaborative campus connections. Besides of providing individual and group counseling services, the mental health therapist will provide intake evaluations, mental health interventions, treatment follow-up, and appropriate referrals, working with student families and campus community members.

Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree in mental health counseling or social work
• Must be licensed or licensed eligible by New York State as a Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or Psychologist
• Minimum of three to five years experience providing clinical mental health services.
• Experience providing consultation services, short-term individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and case management and consultation services with a range of clinical issues and pathology.
• ASL fluency required
• Demonstrated competency in the developmental, social, cognitive, linguistic, medical, and mental health implications of Deafness and hearing loss, and skill in application throughout all areas of practice

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Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experience the difference in Deaf Education by working with a team with HEART! Carter Hears! offers an engaging work experience with a culture that fosters courage and vulnerability. Join us to change the face of deaf education!! Come Experience the Carter Hears Difference!

*Contract position up to 30 hours per week
*Competitive pay
*Flexible schedules
*Free professional development with 24 CEUs per year
*Semi-annual retreats
*Personalized coaching
*Educational Round Tables
*”Smarter, Not Harder” Techniques that increase student outcomes
*Inclusive of all communication modalities

As your educational consultant for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, Carter Hears! will work collaboratively with families and educational organizations to meet the unique learning, communication and language needs of children, youth, and young adults who are deaf or hard of hearing that are being educated in their local school districts or communities of learning. The Carter Hears! team provides assistance to public schools and higher learning institutions through consultative contracts. Comprehensive evaluations are conducted in the student’s preferred mode of communication. Being directly assessed by an individual who is certified in this area of expertise as well as experienced in evaluating deaf and hard of hearing individuals is crucial in obtaining an accurate assessment.

Education:
Must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in the area of Deaf Education

Certification:
Certified Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for the state in which you serve

Experience:
Minimum of student teaching must be completed

Job Duties:
Provide Deaf and Hard of Hearing Educational Services on given roster
Provide direct and indirect services based on Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
Provide support services based on 504 plans
Maintain Hearing Assistance Technology for assigned districts
Evaluate students for eligibility under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Write IEPs and Evaluation reports
Provide training and guidance to teachers and service providers
Maintain required paperwork and documentation of services
Attend meetings as requested
Maintain a consistent teaching schedule
Must pass a background check, maintain liability insurance, and provide proof of a TB Test

Teacher of the Deaf
Iowa School for the Deaf is seeking a teacher to fill one of the following positions:
We will look for the strongest candidate in any one of these areas, and our current staff will be able to shift to cover the other areas.

1. Elementary Teacher – endorsement #102: K-6 Teacher Elementary Classroom license

2. Secondary English Teacher: 120 English Language Arts 5-12; prefer 1201 English Language Arts – All

3. Computer Science/STEM Teacher 977 K-12 STEM Specialist or 278 5-12 Computer Science or 2781 K-12 Computer Science Specialist – NOTE: These endorsements require a valid Iowa teaching license with at least one additional teaching endorsement, please see the ‘checklists’ at the endorsement links for more information.

4. Secondary Math Teacher 143 Mathematics 5-12.

5. Personal and Career Development and Life Skills Teacher Requires Deaf and Hard of Hearing endorsement

See the Iowa Board of Educational Examiner’s webpage: www.state.ia.us/boee/ for information on Iowa licensing and endorsement requirements.

Primary Function:
• Assumes responsibility for providing a quality educational program.
• Formulates appropriate educational objective, activities and evaluation.
• Reports student growth and programs to parents periodically.
• Maintains discipline within the classroom.
• Facilitates implementation of the School’s Communication Policy.

Qualifications: To be considered, an applicant must possess or have the ability to obtain an Iowa Teacher’s Certificate, which includes the endorsement(s) noted above AND an endorsement in Deaf/Hard of Hearing. Additional endorsements are beneficial.

Applicants must possess the ability to reach the level of sign language proficiency designated for the position within the time frame established by the School’s Sign Language Policy.

Work Schedule: These are full-time, school year positions (191 day contract for first year; subsequent years are 189 day contracts).

Teacher of the Deaf – Industrial Arts

Primary Function:
• Assumes responsibility for providing a quality educational program.
• Formulates appropriate educational objective, activities and evaluation.
• Reports student growth and programs to parents periodically.
• Maintains discipline within the classroom.
• Facilitates implementation of the School’s Communication Policy.

Qualifications: To be considered, an applicant must possess or have the ability to obtain an Iowa Teacher’s Certificate or the Career and Technical Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE)

Sign language fluency, experience working with the Deaf, and experience working with youth are strongly preferred.

Applicants must possess the ability to reach the level of sign language proficiency designated for the position within the time frame established by the School’s Sign Language Policy.
Iowa’s teaching licensing board offers options on industrial arts licensure.
• 5-12 Industrial Technology endorsement on secondary teacher license
o Completed a secondary education program and met all qualifications for a teaching license in the state where your degree was completed
o Completed 24 semester hours in industrial technology to include at least 6 semester hours in 3 different areas. See checklist found at: 5-12 Industrial Technology

• Career and Technical Authorization: see information at Initial Career and Technical Authorization Must meet one of the following qualifications:
o 6,000 hours of vocational experience (approximately 3 years of full-time employment)
o 4,000 hours (about 2 years) of vocational experience if you have a BA/BS degree
o 3,000 hours (about 1.5 years) of vocational experience if you have an associate’s degree in the endorsement area sought
o Hold a BA/BS degree in any area of study if at least 18 of the credit hours were completed in the teaching endorsement area sought.
*** Applicants with this authorization can begin teaching immediately and then must complete some on-line courses related to teaching.

Individuals teaching with the 5-12 Industrial Technology endorsement would be expected to add the B-21 Deaf/Hard of Hearing endorsement. Additional endorsements are beneficial.

See the Iowa Board of Educational Examiner’s webpage: www.state.ia.us/boee/ for information on Iowa licensing and endorsement requirements.

Primary Function:
• Assumes responsibility for providing a quality educational program.
• Formulates appropriate educational objective, activities and evaluation.
• Reports student growth and programs to parents periodically.
• Maintains discipline within the classroom.
• Facilitates implementation of the School’s Communication Policy.

The secondary science teacher position would require an Iowa teaching license with a secondary science endorsement: prefer endorsement #185 (5-12 All Science); will consider endorsement 151 (5-12 Biology); 152 (5-12 Chemistry); 153 (5-12 Earth Science); 1541 (5-12 Basic Science); or 156 (5-12 Physics).

The individual hired would also need to be willing to add the Deaf/Hard of Hearing endorsement. Additional endorsements are beneficial.

See the Iowa Board of Educational Examiner’s webpage: www.state.ia.us/boee/ for information on Iowa licensing and endorsement requirements.

Qualifications: To be considered, an applicant must possess or have the ability to obtain an Iowa Teacher’s Certificate, which includes the endorsement(s) noted above AND an endorsement in Deaf/Hard of Hearing. Additional endorsements are beneficial.

Experience working with the Deaf and experience working with youth are strongly preferred.

Applicants must possess the ability to reach the level of sign language proficiency designated for the position within the time frame established by the School’s Sign Language Policy.

Work Schedule: These are full-time, school year positions (191 day contract for first year; subsequent years are 189 day contracts).

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Athletic Director, the Lead Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services to all athletic teams and their student-athletes with the proactive goal of preventing athletic-related injuries and illnesses; evaluates and treats athletic injuries; provides injury-related counseling and education
to all student-athletes; assumes the responsibility for athletic training administrative tasks such as tracking inventory, filing insurance claims, making medical referrals; assists with the coordination and scheduling of medical coverage during home and away competitions; supervises intern student athletic trainers and student workers; maintains thorough record-keeping and documentation on a timely manner; works closely with physicians and other allied health care professionals providing care
to student-athletes; and participates in home competitions and travels to away competitions as scheduled.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

I. Provides athletic trainer services to MSSD’s athletics teams and their student-athletes; and educates student-athletes on how to prevent or reduce the possibility of athletic related injuries and illnesses.
II. Conducts on-site evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries.
III. Provides counseling and education to all student-athletes.
IV. Assumes the responsibility for athletic training administrative tasks such as tracking inventory, filing insurance claims, making medical referrals, or any other administrative tasks as assigned by the head athletic trainer.
V. Assists with the coordination and scheduling for medical coverage for all home and away competitions; participates in home and away competitions as scheduled; and travels with the team for away competitions.
VI. Supervises intern athletic trainer students and student workers and contributes to their learning about the athletic trainer position, roles, and responsibilities.
VII. Maintains thorough record-keeping and documentation on all athletic trainer activities in a timely manner; and maintains confidentiality of all records.
VIII. Works closely with physicians and other allied health care professionals providing care to student-athletes.
IX. Maintains current ATC (Athletic Trainer, Certified) certification by the Board of Certification (BOC) for the Athletic Trainer and participates in ongoing continuing education requirements in order to maintain certification; maintains professional membership with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association; maintains current certification in American Red Cross or American Heart Associations’ Basic Life Support (BLS), Professional Rescuer, or above certifications; and participates in professional development as appropriate.
X. Establishes and maintains a positive and supportive working relationship with co-workers and supervisor.
XI. Demonstrates a genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and participates in activities and workshops to foster continuous learning.
XII. Serves as a mandatory reporter under Title IX; and commits to completing Title IX training and other compliance requirements on an annual basis.
XIII. Performs related and other duties as assigned

Must possess a Master’s Degree and SC Licensure in Elementary/Secondary Principal Tier I or II. The position requires a minimum of 3 years teaching experience, preferably with Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and 3 years of educational leadership experience. SC Licensure in Deaf/Hard of Hearing or related field is preferred. Ability to communicate effectively using American Sign Language (ASL) is strongly preferred.

Under limited supervision, provides the leadership and management skills necessary to maximize the efforts of teachers and students in an environment which is conducive to educational enhancement, growth and achievement for students; serves as the administrator for the School for the Deaf; supervises and coordinates the work of all assigned professional and classified personnel; ensures subordinates’ adherence to agency policies, regulations, and goals.

Instructional Leadership: Fosters the success of all students by leading the development of a comprehensive educational program for deaf/hard of hearing students that enhances teaching and learning. Evaluates the merits of educational programs and resources and recommends improvements based on applicable research and data. Coordinates staff training and facilitates opportunities for collaboration, analysis, and reflection.

IEP Management: Fosters the success of all students by supervising the IEP process to ensure compliance with all regulations. Provides technical support and training to staff to ensure understanding of special education actions and proficiency with compliance protocols.

Professional Development: Fosters the success of all students by collaborating with school agency staff to plan and implement professional development activities that promote the achievement of school and agency goals by using available resources and opportunities for professional growth.

Record keeping: Fosters the success of all students by effectively keeping records and scorecard data. Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal laws, rules, policies, and procedures regarding IEPs, ADEPT, EPMS, FERPA, HIPAA, and other Human Resource and accountability procedures.

Effective Management: Fosters the success of all students by effectively managing the school building, staff, students, schedules, and resources. Maintains inventory records and secures all assets. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to agency policies; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; completes the EPMS and ADEPT evaluations on time. Maintains effective communication with all stakeholders, including staff, parents, students, and community members. Enforces policies and procedures designed to protect the safety and welfare of students and staff while on campus.

Interpersonal skills: Fosters the success of all students by interacting effectively with stakeholders and addressing their needs and concerns.

School Psychologist

To participate in IEP meetings with parents/caregivers and all appropriate staff.
•To perform all applicable evaluations.
•To explain all applicable evaluation results to appropriate staff and family caregiver.
•To provide individual and group counseling as appropriate.
•To provide crisis intervention as appropriate.
•To provide relevant and current psychological support, intervention and guidance to all students and appropriate staff at the RI School for the Deaf as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
•To have current knowledge of practices and procedures that are relevant to the needs of students and families.
•To be aware of the standards for educational programs for the handicapped established by the federal or state agencies.
•To participate in diagnostic or other planning meetings.
•To attend in-service activities as required.
•To perform other related duties as required.
•To provide counseling support.
•To design and conduct group topic-based counseling, as needed
•To serve as part of the school suicide assessment team.

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