We are seeking a qualified Assistant Education Director to work with the Education Director to coordinate and implement a comprehensive educational program for students who are deaf and hard of hearing at Willie Ross School for the Deaf.

Primary Duties
• Ensure that the staff and students observe all educational, behavioral, and personnel policies and procedures of the school.
• Supervise the coordination, development and implementation of curricula.
• Determine and carry out appropriate disciplinary action and notify parents.
• Evaluate and monitor staff.
• Develop positive relationships with ETLs and chair team meetings for students.
• Review and oversee the writing and implementation of individual educational plans for students.
• Supervise the School-to-Work Program with regular site visits.
• Serve as substitute when short staffed.

Requirements
• Massachusetts Licensure as a Teacher of the Deaf.
• Management and/or supervisory experience.
• Intermediate rating on the SLPI or another comparable sign language proficiency exam within two years of hire.
• Support and the ability to follow a Total Communication Approach.

The Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf (MECDHH/GBSD) is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Deaf-Education Director who possesses strong skills in Deaf education, communication skills, proven school administration and leadership skills and organizational qualities to fill a full time, 260-day position of Director of Statewide Education and Family Services.

Primary Responsibilities
• Develop, implement, supervise, manage and evaluate all Statewide Education and Family Services Programs Including:
o Deaf Education Site Based Programs
 Mackworth Island Preschool
 Portland Site Based Program
 Brewer Site Based Program
 New Site Based Programs
o Statewide Public School Outreach Programming for students age 3-22
o Kids Like Me Social Emotional Programming
o Statewide Family Learning Days /weekends
• Oversee accountability for the MECDHH/GBSD IEP process and provision of services
• Lead, guide and direct department coordinators to assist in the oversight and implementation of statewide programming
• Responsible for a system of supervision and evaluation for all Pre-k-12 staff
• Monitor the maintenance of required child records per Maine CDS/DOE and Local Entitlement grant requirements
• Collaborate with Child Development Services, Special Education Directors and community-based program administrators
• Administer allocated funds in order to ensure proper use and control of department
• Attend weekly Leadership Team meetings and assist Executive Director to promote continuous improvement and meet organizational goals.
• Attend Board meetings and present information when requested by the Executive Director

Minimum Qualifications
• A Master’s degree in Deaf Education, or a related field, with coursework in school administration
• 10 years of experience in Deaf education to include classroom experience
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience
• Eligibility for State of Maine certification 292 Teacher of the Deaf
• Eligibility for State of Maine certification 030 Administrator of Special Education or ability to obtain within two years of hire
• Strong skills in the area of IEP Development and administration
• Ability to analyze problems, reach logical conclusions, and make sound decisions
• Such alternatives to the qualifications listed above as the Executive Director may find appropriate and acceptable

See full leader profile and position description at:
https://www.nysd.net/superintendent-search.html

Position Summary
Leadership
Collaboratively develop a strategic vision for the future
Inspire staff, community members, and other key stakeholders
Cultivate a sense of community and belonging within the organization
Communicate frequently and clearly with diverse audiences about the organization, its mission, and its programs and services
Organizational Development
Supervise and coach the leadership team that oversees each department
Attract and recruit highly qualified talent
Develop and lead programs to provide high-quality services
Assess services needed by the community, conduct ongoing evaluations of programs and services, and implement programs to meet those needs
Direct procedures for the maintenance of records and files
Actively advocate for legislation that benefits the school and community
Board Relations
Support Review and make policy proposals to the Board
Uphold the directives and policies of the Board
Collaborate with the Board of Directors on strategic planning and fundraising
K-12 Education
Ensure all educational programs/curriculum meet district, state, and national standards consistently and seek appropriate and relevant accreditations
Oversee the effective use of personnel, facilities, and other resources toward promoting high academic achievement
Liaise with other school districts, state education department, and other educational groups
Evaluate student achievement, programs, and other data that
indicates the school’s overall academic performance
Support staff/faculty members and their professional competencies
Financial
Develop and maintain funding sources from both private and public sources
Oversee efficient, high integrity fiscal operations
Develop an annual budget for approval of the Board and monitor adherence to the budget Protect the integrity of finances and records
Outreach and Communications
Act as primary contact and liaison in all public communications Provide effective coordination with other organizations
Shape and approve information and public relations materials Develop an effective community relations program
Cultivates a favorable public image of the school

The Principal works with the Superintendent and other administrators to provide a comprehensive educational program for students. The Principal is the direct line administrative authority and professional leader of the department’s staff and students. Responsibilities include leadership of education programs, coordination of all activities of the department and collaboration with other departments in order to provide quality education for all students.

Candidates may have either elementary focus; secondary focus or PreK-12 focus.

Must be able to obtain the State of Iowa Educational Administrator license.

View job description on the current openings page of ISD’s web page: www.iowaschoolforthedeaf.org

Full time- Exempt/Salary

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus
Housing Resources Available
Tuition Reimbursement
Benefits include: Health; Dental; Vision; Life and Disability Insurance; Employer-Matching 403B; Sick/Personal/Vacation Time; Flexible Spending and Dependent Care
ASL proficiency preferred

TLC DIVERSITY STATEMENT
The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members’ diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.

About TLC:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families.

About Marie Philip School:
MPS enrolls nearly 200 deaf and hard of hearing students on our Framingham, MA campus in an ASL/English bilingual, bicultural educational model.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Speech and Language Pathologist assesses the communication and language abilities (signed, written and/or spoken) of students (using formal and informal assessment tools), in terms of present functioning and future potential, and determining the most effective modalities for development of proficient language and communication abilities and/or remediation. The Speech and Language Pathologist provides speech-language services in coordination with the students IEP to support their communication and language skills.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess communication skills, conducts thorough tri-annual assessments and determines appropriate speech, language, and pragmatics goals for each student.

Prepares an individual communication/speech-language program for each student, involving written goals and strategies to be implemented and documents progress. In addition, participates as a member of each students educational TEAM,attending IEP and planning meetings requested.

Provides direct service to students in the areas of language development (signed, written and/or spoken), spoken English and listening skills, communication strategies, and social-pragmatics in either a one-to-one therapy setting or small group approach.

Communicates regularly with parents, teachers, therapists (both in school and with those serving the student outside of school) regarding student progress to provide well-integrated services across disciplines, as needed.

Monitor appropriate settings and plan and troubleshoot hearing aids and cochlear implants as needed.
Communicate regularly with CI Center that follows each student who utilizes a cochlear implant.

Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor.

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 Speech & Language Pathology
Current ASHA certification as a CCC-SLP or candidate has met all requirements to participate in CFY mentoring
Massachusetts DESE licensure as a Teacher or eligible to be licensed by Massachusetts DESE
Massachusetts Speech-Language License or eligible to be licenced
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with children and families preferred
ASL fluency preferred, willingness to learn required
Prior experience working with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing population preferred
This position is open until filled.

CLASS SUMMARY:

The Regional Director is responsible for collaboratively working with agency administration, staff and public school district administrators and staff to implement and manage ASDB’s Regional Cooperative Program.
The Director has the following abilities:
Works in a supportive, collaborative role with staff in all departments,
Interfaces with other departments to coordinate services for achieving education goals,
Works with hiring and engaging interpreters,
Remains current on all federal, state, and local mandates for educational services; and
Ensures that cooperative is in compliance in all areas.
The Regional Director is expected to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally and uses discretion and exercises sound judgment at all times.  The Regional Director shall have exceptional interpersonal skills to respond to School Districts, parents, and advocacy groups and possess effective management, supervisory, team-building, and problem solving skills.
The Regional Director’s duties include, providing leadership in the development and operation of a regional cooperative program, including:
Assessing needs,
Strategic planning,
Working with councils and advisory committees;
Collaborating with other ASDB programs and outside programs in areas of shared responsibility;
Providing instructional leadership to the regional cooperative program,
Developing and managing the region’s instructional budget,
Recruiting, developing, and supervising staff and;
Developing operating procedures and managing resources
The Regional Director shall seek alternative funding sources that may include preparing grant requests and manages grants.  Additional duties included the preparation of program and fiscal reports and identifying resource needs.  The Regional Director shall adhere to ASDB policy, and shall develop and implement activities involving school-parent-community relationships.  The Regional Director shall rely upon performance indicators and other data.  The Regional Director needs to identify staff development needs and provide opportunities for staff development.  The Regional Director shall communicates regularly with staff, local districts, families, and community on important issues; keeps informed of laws, statutes, rules, and policies affecting the schools and their programs.
The position will be responsible for some or all of the listed duties and/or additional duties that occur from time to time.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with Hard of Hearing; Multiply Disabled with severe sensory impairment preferred
Experience in selecting, developing, directing, and evaluating staff in accordance with practices in the field; to develop and manage a budget; to plan and organize workload
Successful supervisory or team leader experience in school programs
Extensive experience in educational administration, school finance, school personnel, and other related areas of regional cooperative operation.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to pass FBI and State background check
Defensive Driver Training Program to be completed by all agency personnel that driveon State business
Master’s Degree in appropriate discipline and several years experience in a directly related field are required; Master’s Degree in an appropriate discipline and/or teaching experience may be required; or, and equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job as listed above
Master’s Degree in Special Education or related field with concentration in one of the following areas: Blind and Visually Impaired; Deaf and Hard of Hearing; Multiply Disabled with severe sensory impairment (preferred)
Certified or certifiable by the Arizona Board of Education as a Supervisor or Principal
Certified or certifiable by the Arizona Board of Education as a Teacher (Deaf/HH or VI), or in a related area (preferred)

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, codes and statutes
Policies, procedures, and programs of the immediate work unit
Principles and practices of administration and management
Agency or program rules, regulations, and operating procedures
Budgeting and accounting principles
Management principles and policies

DEMONSTRATED SKILL/ABILITY TO:

Work under pressure to meet time-lines and handling multiple and changing priorities
Use of a variety of office and school equipment
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Leadership and decision making
Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes and policies
Use of a variety of computer based technologies
Establishing and maintaining harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; demonstrating tact, diplomacy and patience
Conflict resolution and problem solving

Full time- Exempt/Salary

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus
Housing Resources Available
Tuition Reimbursement
Benefits include: Health; Dental; Vision; Life and Disability Insurance; Employer-Matching 403B; Sick/Personal/Vacation Time; Flexible Spending and Dependent Care
ASL proficiency required

TLC Diversity Statement:

The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members’ diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.

About Walden School:

Walden School is a nationally-recognized residential therapeutic and education program for deaf children and youth ages 8 to 22 who have often experienced significant adverse childhood events as well as language deprivation.

About TLC:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click here.

For our Mission, click here.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Walden School is responsible for the oversight of all aspects of Walden School administration, ensuring quality educational, therapeutic, and recreational programming, recruitment, compliance, financial objectives, program development and strategic planning.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure high-quality therapeutic programming that reflects child-centered, strength-based focus, and a trauma informed care approach to treatment;
Establish and implement a plan to ensure that schools and agencies serving children who might need Walden School services are kept informed of program development and current or anticipated openings;
Develop and manage an annual program budget, with support from the Finance office, to be reviewed quarterly for adjustments and recruit new students to Walden School;
Provide direct supervision and support to the Walden School leadership team as a leader that inspires excellence and compassion. Ensure that quality educational, therapeutic and residential services are provided in a manner compatible with the mission and philosophy of Walden School;
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
Advanced degree in human services administration, or related field, and experience as a human services professional working with deaf children or adolescents with emotional/behavioral challenges.
Experience must include past positions working in a leadership role.
A native, or near native fluency in American Sign Language.
Have heart, passion and belief in the success of Deaf children.
Enjoy having fun and creating environments where others enjoy to work, live and learn.

This position is open until filled.

Full time-Exempt/Salary

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus
Housing Resources Available
Tuition Reimbursement
Benefits include: Health; Dental; Vision; Life and Disability Insurance; Employer-Matching 403B; Sick/Personal/Vacation Time; Flexible Spending and Dependent Care
ASL proficiency required

TLC Diversity Statement

The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members’ diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.

About Marie Philip School:

MPS enrolls nearly 200 deaf and hard of hearing students on our Framingham, MA campus in an ASL/English bilingual, bicultural educational model.

About TLC:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click here.

For our Mission, click here.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The school librarian/library media specialist works with both students and teachers to facilitate access to information by the acquisition, organization, and dissemination of resources appropriate to the learning needs of the full age and ability range within the school community.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate in the implementation of planned learning experiences for all ages and abilities of students by providing group instruction.
Collaborate with teachers and others to plan and implement meaningful experiences that promote a love of reading and lifelong learning.
Collaborate to design, teach, and assess learning experiences that incorporate inquiry learning, information literacies in their formats, critical thinking and self-assessment.
Teach students to build on prior knowledge to construct new knowledge.
Participate in the curriculum development process to ensure that the curricula include the full range of literacy skills (information, media, visual, digital and technological literacy) necessary to meet content standards.
Develop and maintain a collection of resources appropriate to the curriculum, the learners, and the school community that support the racial equity and inclusion.
Use existing and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning, communicate with students, teachers and families, and provide access to library services.

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 Library Science or related field
Licensed by Massachusetts DESE or willingness to become licensed
Strong bilingual (ASL and English) skills required
Ability to work with deaf students from preschool through high school.
Ability to provide accommodations and modifications to instruction to ensure access for all students.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal skills.

This position is open until filled.

Full time- Non-Exempt/Hourly

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus
Housing Resources Available
Tuition Reimbursement
Benefits include: Health; Dental; Vision; Life and Disability Insurance; Employer-Matching 403B; Sick/Personal/Vacation Time; Flexible Spending and Dependent Care
ASL Fluency preferred

TLC DIVERSITY STATEMENT

The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members’ diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.

About TLC:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click here.

For our Mission, click here.

About Walden School:

Walden School is a nationally-recognized residential therapeutic and education program for deaf children and youth ages 8 to 22 who have often experienced significant adverse childhood events as well as language deprivation.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Residential Supervisor assists in planning and supervising residential and social/recreational programming to ensure students gain the knowledge, independent living skills and interpersonal competencies needed to maximize their potential and to learn to live independently.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Director of Student Services in the development and implementation of residential and after-school programs’ policies and procedures, the hiring, supervision and evaluation of all staff in each program.
Develop residential services and provide support and supervision to the Residential Counselors.
Oversee the implementation of an independent living skills curriculum in the residential programs, collaborating with the CTE, High School and Walden School educational programs.
Develop after school programming offering a range of recreational and independent living skills activities for students not involved in sports programs.
Supervise the staff in the after school programs and other staff as deemed appropriate depending upon the size and breadth of services being offered.
Work collaboratively with TLC colleagues to facilitate students’ educational, social, recreational and life skills activities within existing programs.
May be delegated and trained to conduct medication administration or certain medical procedure responsibilities for 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
Three years years of experience in a residential program serving Deaf youth
Fluent in American Sign Language
Ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a team.
Experience in principles and practices of management in each program preferred.
Competency in Microsoft Office software programs.
Willingness to work a varied schedule.

This position is open until filled.

Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf

Job Description

POSITION TITLE

Director of Human Resources

EMPLOYEE STATUS

This position is considered to be an exempt, full-time, 12 month position. This is a 40 hour a week position and the schedule is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

ROLE RELATIONSHIPS

The Director of Human Resources is responsible to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for the overall administration of Human Resources policies and programs of the School. Assists and advises supervisors on Human Resources issues.

Oversees all the functions of the Human Resources department and supervises the human resources staff

Facilitates and works with the HR Specialist on the recruitment of exempt and non-exempt staff, temporary employees, substitutes, and volunteers.

Monitors the interview process to assure legal compliance and questions are relevant to the available positions. Seeks innovative and creative ways to advertise and recruit for positions.

Confirms employment and educational backgrounds and various clearance checks are obtained by staff as required by law. Ensures Department of Education guidelines are followed and maintained by all educational staff.

Implements and monitors a consistent new employee onboarding process which includes new employee orientation and recordkeeping process.

Serves as consultant to immediate supervisors of staff regarding appropriate follow up measures to take regarding personnel issues with staff.

Works with the Payroll Specialist to ensure timely and accurate payrolls on a monthly basis.

Conducts appropriate employee investigations in matters concerning employee complaints, or issues involving staff, and works in the resolution of such matters.

In matters requiring disciplinary action, participates in conferences between staff and immediate supervisor, follows up with a written summary to staff, makes recommendations to the CEO regarding discipline, and monitors disciplinary action.

Assures that all staff evaluations are completed on schedule and placed in the personnel files, as well as follows up with Supervisors concerning unsatisfactory performance of staff.

Maintains up-to-date job descriptions for all staff on campus. Updates them on a regular basis.

Serves as compliance officer by monitoring the School’s compliance with all Federal and State employment and school laws as well as keeping abreast of changes in such laws and all matters involving the Human Resources profession.

Assists professional staff with pursuing and maintaining appropriate professional certification. Assures that all staff have required certification.

Develops and implements employee handbook policies as they relate to personnel and other school related matters as requested by the CEO and assures all staff are notified of changes/additions.

Reviews and recommends changes in health insurance and other employee benefits programs. Ensures all staff are enrolled in benefits through the on-line and/or portal system. Ensures monthly invoices are accurately reflecting staff enrolled in benefits.

Administers and investigates unemployment claims and worker’s compensation claims, and attends related hearings.

Prepares Ad Hoc reports as assigned including absentee reports, salary survey reports, etc.

Establishes and maintains department records and reports.

Other duties as assigned by the CEO.

QUALIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED
(Clearances must be maintained every five years by the employee).

Certification of Mandated Reporting Training
FBI Clearance
PA State Police Criminal Clearance (Act 34)
PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Act 82
PHR or SPHR Certification preferred

SPECIALIZED TRAINING, EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. Eight to ten years of experience in Human Resource management including knowledge of employment laws, worker’s compensation, benefit administration, and recruitment. Knowledge of the PA Department of Education teacher certification process and TIMS is strongly preferred. The Director of Human Resources should have an in-depth knowledge of Federal and State regulations and laws.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and experience with HRIS systems preferred. Must be organized and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is “Intermediate.” The minimum level accepted at hire is “No Functional Skills.”

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position may require the following physical demands:
-sitting at a desk for extended periods of time
-ability to read and attend to computer screens for long periods of time
-manual dexterity skills for using office equipment
-ability to lift light objects such as reams of paper, stack of reports, generally objects 15 pounds or less
-frequent bending, stooping, twisting and reaching
-walking to and from various department
-ability to drive a car and/or school vehicle