Teacher Consultant - (Deaf and hard of Hearing)

POSITION TITLE: Teacher Consultant (Deaf and Hard of Hearing)
CLASSIFICATION: Teacher/Professional Staff
DEPARTMENT: Special Education
REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Special Education
SALARY: As per Saginaw Intermediate School District's teacher contract.


Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Teacher Consultant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) to provide specialized support and guidance to students, families, and educators. This position involves collaborating with school staff, offering individualized consultation services, and developing resources that enable students with hearing impairments to thrive academically and socially in the educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and indirect support to students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH), ensuring they have equal access to educational opportunities.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate the needs of DHH students and recommend appropriate accommodations, modifications, and strategies.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, school staff, and families to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with hearing impairments.
• Support students in the development of communication, literacy, and social skills, taking into account their unique learning needs.
• Provide training and guidance for educators and staff on best practices for supporting DHH students in the classroom.
• Lead workshops and informational sessions on the use of assistive technologies, effective communication methods (e.g., sign language, oral communication), and other resources for DHH students.
• Stay current with the latest research and developments in Deaf education and share this knowledge with colleagues.
• Act as a liaison between the school, families, and community organizations, ensuring that students receive comprehensive support.
• Advocate for the needs of DHH students, helping to foster an inclusive and supportive educational environment.
• Collaborate with other specialists, such as speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and psychologists, to create an integrated approach to student development.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials, resources, and tools tailored to the needs of DHH students.
• Evaluate and recommend assistive technologies and tools that can enhance learning and communication for DHH students.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Deaf Education, Special Education, or a related field.
• Certification as a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (SL Endorsement)
• Experience working with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students in educational settings.Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) or other sign languages is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with students, families, and educators.
• Familiarity with the development and implementation of IEPs.
• Knowledge of educational laws, regulations, and resources related to students with disabilities

Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Teacher Consultant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) to provide specialized support and guidance to students, families, and educators. This position involves collaborating with school staff, offering individualized consultation services, and developing resources that enable students with hearing impairments to thrive academically and socially in the educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and indirect support to students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH), ensuring they have equal access to educational opportunities.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate the needs of DHH students and recommend appropriate accommodations, modifications, and strategies.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, school staff, and families to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with hearing impairments.
• Support students in the development of communication, literacy, and social skills, taking into account their unique learning needs.
• Provide training and guidance for educators and staff on best practices for supporting DHH students in the classroom.
• Lead workshops and informational sessions on the use of assistive technologies, effective communication methods (e.g., sign language, oral communication), and other resources for DHH students.
• Stay current with the latest research and developments in Deaf education and share this knowledge with colleagues.
• Act as a liaison between the school, families, and community organizations, ensuring that students receive comprehensive support.
• Advocate for the needs of DHH students, helping to foster an inclusive and supportive educational environment.
• Collaborate with other specialists, such as speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and psychologists, to create an integrated approach to student development.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials, resources, and tools tailored to the needs of DHH students.
• Evaluate and recommend assistive technologies and tools that can enhance learning and communication for DHH students.

SISD - Saginaw County Head Start is a customer-driven, family friendly program. As such, all staff must value and be committed to the highest levels of professionalism, cooperation, teamwork and tolerance; this includes working well with families, children, co-workers, supervisors and the greater community.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/sisdcc/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=4253.

Frontline Job ID: 4253
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Posted: 04/04/25
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Saginaw Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, disability, age, or national origin in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Andrea Wise, Executive Director of Human Resources
Saginaw Intermediate School District
3933 Barnard Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
Telephone: (989) 799-4733

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, see the following website: http://1.usa.gov/1Jssk6D or call 1-800-421-3481.