Communication Assistant - Deaf Education

Young World Physical Education; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford ISD in Weatherford, Texas is seeking a Communication Assistant - Deaf Education to support deaf students through English-based sign transliteration and related instructional tasks.

The role requires applying interpreter ethics, assisting with IEP goals, self-help and behavior management, and providing routine transliteration for hearing-impaired learners. Starting date is immediate and the position is full-time.

Qualifications

• Perform transliteration in English based sign system with interpreter ethics.
• Assist with implementation of IEP goals, including self-help and behavior management.
• Provide routine transliteration for hearing-impaired students.

Responsibilities

• Provide transliteration support for deaf students in classroom activities.
• Assist teachers with IEP-related instructional goals and behavior plans.
• Support daily routines and communication access for students.

Skills

Transliteration (English-based sign)

Interpreter ethics

IEP support tasks

Job description

Communication Assistant - Deaf Education

Weatherford ISD Austin Elementary - Weatherford, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board , and Weatherford Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5887125

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Perform transliteration in English based sign system, with appropriate knowledge of interpreter ethics for the deaf; assist with the implementation of the Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs; perform routine transliteration for the hearing-impaired students

Please see the job description for more information.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > Hard of Hearing

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Leslie Ackmann , Executive Director of Special Programs
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]