Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist

Position Type:
Professional/Specialist

Date Posted:
9/6/2024

Location:
SPECIAL EDUCATION

Date Available:
Upon Hire

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Education/Certification:

• Required:
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university
• Valid Texas teacher certification: Deaf & Hard of Hearing, TASC/TASC-ASL
• Preferred:
• Master's Degree in Deaf Education, Educational Administration, Special Education, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in the field of Deaf Education

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of curriculum and resources related to working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
• Knowledge of special education rules and regulations
• Knowledge of different communication modalities and manual communication systems used by students who are deaf and hard of hearing (i.e. American Sign Language, Total Communication, pigeon sign language, Visual Phonics)
• Knowledge of the Special Education eligibility requirements for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
• Demonstrated knowledge of reading strategies and differentiated instruction
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process
• Ability to analyze, mediate, and synthesize information
• Excellent communication (oral, written, and ASL), public relations, and interpersonal skills

Technology Proficiency: Level 2- Proficient (in)

• Applied use of computer operations
• Applied use of software productivity tools (i.e., Microsoft Office)
• Applied use of e-mail
• Applied use of printers
• Applied use of job-related financial and student management systems
• Applied use of multimedia tools
• Applied use of electronic file management
• Applied use of Technology Applications TEKS CC/SO Acceptable Use Policy and Technology Ethics/Etiquette

Function

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Specialist provides a high level of program management support to staff and students of the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf, by providing quality services for students who are deaf & hard of hearing through curriculum development, staff development, program development, parent partnership, and model teaching.

Reports To:

Reponsibilities:

• Coordinate and monitor the development and implementation of district and specialized curriculum for deaf and hard of hearing students
• Provide guidance for teachers and staff responsible for educating deaf and hard of hearing students in the development of instructional strategies and developing appropriate IEPs.
• Serve as a resource for campuses by observing students, modeling effective teaching strategies, developing appropriate IEPs, and attending ARD meetings.
• Provide feedback to campus administrators and RDSPD coordinator by identifying critical attributes required of teachers in a successful classroom for deaf and hard of hearing.
• Assist with preparation for Peer Review by the Texas Education Agency and Region 11.
• Effectively communicates district standard operating procedures for determining eligibility and recommended placement for Deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Facilitate RDSPD staff meetings and PLC groups
• Conduct staff development for teachers, paraprofessionals, and interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing in conjunction with the RDSPD Coordinator
• Assist the RDSPD coordinator with preparing reports and budgets for district, SSA Board, and State
• Maintain technology and SERS inventory
• Participate in and support district PD and outside agency workshops for RDSPD/DHH staff and sign language interpreters
• Stay current on special education rules/regulations and program delivery methods, particularly those around DHH services.
• Support building administrators around the unique needs of deaf & hard of hearing students.
• Demonstrate effective classroom strategies and techniques for improving classroom management and students' behavior
• Provide inclusion support and training for general education teachers who work with deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Analyze and interpret large volumes of complex and confidential documents for individual students to ensure that the District is in compliance with each student's legally binding Admission, Review, and Dismissal/Individualized Education Program (ARD/IEP) Committee decisions.
• Coordinate services of federal, state and county agencies in the community to comply with federally required Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) and Individual Transition Plans (ITP).
• Coordinate campus preparation for the special education State Performance Plan and district accountability monitoring systems.
• Assist in recognizing, analyzing, and evaluating components of general and special education to ensure that instruction addresses individual needs of students.
• Assist RDSPD coordinator in the interview process and hiring recommendations for special education program staff
• Provide Information to parents pertaining to student's disabilities, which includes, but is not limited to workshops, in-services, sessions, and conference.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Adjust to a variety of leadership styles and campus policies Ability to respond to crisis situations quickly
• Ability to manage multiple demands simultaneously Ability to communicate effectively, in oral and written form, and maintain emotional control ? Daily district-wide travel, occasional state travel
• Ability to adapt to extended workday, must be flexible
• Must lift light to moderate-weight objects
• Ability to receive information and/or instruction from internal/external customers through spoken expression.
• Ability to manipulate tools/equipment/keyboards.
• Ability to convey information and/or instruction to internal/external customers through spoken expression.
• Ability to perform work while standing and/or walking for extended periods, up to eight
• (8) hours a day.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• ? This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate. The pay grade, pay code, and work year listed are intended to be informational and not contractual in nature.

Interested applicants must submit the following:
- A current resume, copies of transcripts and certifications, and letter of interest addressed to Ms. Debbie Cruz, Chief Human Resources Officer.
- You must provide 3 references, including their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers so that they may be contacted electronically or by phone. Our online application system will email "links" to the references listed in your application, and they will complete the reference form online. One of the 3 references must be from your current principal. The other two references may be an assistant principal, athletic director, department head, co-worker or anyone else who can provide insight into your job performance. If you have no experience in a school district, then a reference from your current supervisor is required.

All online reference forms must be completed by the job closing date.

For assistance contact:
Heather Ybarbo - (361) 695-7581
Professional Applicant Specialist
Heather.Ybarbo@ccisd.us
CCISD Human Resources
801 Leopard
Corpus Christi, Texas.

Salary: ADMN/204: Salary range is $284.34 to $413.42 daily (individual salary calculation is based on applicable experience)
See the CCISD Salary Schedule handbook for information regarding initial salary placement.

Days: 226