What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Program Director – READS Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program position at READS Collaborative?
The READS Collaborative Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program is located in Norton, MA with one satellite program embedded within the Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical High School in Taunton, MA. The READS DHH program provides a full array of special education services to students who are Deaf and/or Hard-of Hearing for grades PreK - 12 . Services range from fully substantially separate education to full inclusion with interpreter and academic support as needed.
The Assistant Program Director will support the Program Director in the overall supervision and implementation of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program, assuring that all policies and procedures are followed in accordance with MA DESE regulations. The Assistant Program Director will facilitate efficient day-to-day program operations of DHH with the goal of maintaining a high quality, student-centered program.
Required Qualifications
DESE License Teacher of the Deaf or related field
Experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Fluent in American Sign Language
Knowledge of general child development and language development as specifically related to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Knowledge of current trends and best practices in education, especially as it relates to Deaf education
Experience with Individual Education Program (IEP) development
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Deaf Education or related field
DESE Administrator License as Special Education Director, Principal/Assistant Principal or Supervisor/Director or ability to obtain
Experience and knowledge with regard to special education laws and regulations
Experience and supervision skills in the management of an interdisciplinary team
Experience with Program Development and Implementation
Familiar with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing educational research
Familiar with educational interpreter roles
Knowledge of Massachusetts Frameworks including the Common Core
This is a Non-Bargaining Unit Position
Work Year: 205 days
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000
