Coordinator – Statewide Programs for Deaf and Hard of Hearing #37151

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; Delaware; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Benefits stipend for prescription, eye

Job summary

Christina School District seeks a Coordinator – Statewide Programs for Deaf and Hard of Hearing to lead instructional leadership across statewide services. Administering District is Christina; position is statewide and reports to the Director of Statewide Programs for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf Blind.

The role requires advanced degrees and certificates in deaf education and leadership, with strong collaboration with local districts, families and professionals to ensure access and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Deaf Education or related field
• Delaware School Principal/Assistant Principal Certificate or eligible
• Teacher of Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing certificate
• Administrative experience preferred; 5+ years teaching
• Knowledge of Deaf/HOH language and needs

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional leadership for statewide programs for Deaf and hard of hearing students
• Coordinate coaching, consultation, and technical assistance to districts and schools
• Develop and communicate statewide supports for high-quality IEP programming
• Plan professional learning for statewide staff and educators
• Coordinate statewide referrals and partner with Birth to Three and districts

Skills

Administrative leadership

Collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Master's Degree in Deaf Education or related field

Delaware School Principal/Assistant Principal Certificate

Teacher of Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Administration
• Date Posted: 9/16/2026
• Location: Delaware School for the Deaf Statewide Programs/Se
• Date Available: Mutually agreeable
• Closing Date: 10/18/2026

Position: Coordinator – Statewide Programs for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Location: Administering District is Christina; position is statewide Reports to: Director of Statewide Programs for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf Blind

Program: Statewide Programs and/or Services offer comprehensive educational services for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind from birth to 22 years of age.

Statewide Programs/Services for Children who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or DeafBlind seeks to ensure that all deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind students throughout the state of Delaware have unimpeded language and communication access to the curriculum and the educational environment, develop their self-advocacy abilities, and become active participants in their schools and communities. This is achieved through the provision of technical assistance, education and child/family centered programs and services in collaboration with local school districts, families, and allied professionals Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Deaf Education or related field
• Must hold or be eligible for Delaware School Principal/Assistant Principal Certificate
• Must hold a Teacher of Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing certificate or a related teaching certification
• Administrative experience preferred; minimum five years of teaching experience
• Knowledge of current research and best practices in the development and education of children who are deaf and hard of hearing, including the continuum of educational services
• Knowledge of the language and communication needs of deaf children, including critical factors in the educational placement and provision of programming and services
• Fluency in American Sign Language preferred

Salary: Paid as a Manager from the Christina School District Administrative Salary Scale. S alary Schedule can be found on the district's website: https://www.christinak12.org/fs/resource-manager/view/7cad46e0-450c-4773-b563-59f3d92b7003 Months Of Employment: 12-month position FRINGE BENEFITS: Twenty-four (24) days' vacation per fiscal year; Health Insurance; Life Insurance; Blood Bank; Benefit Stipend to assist with the cost of prescription, vision and/or dental insurance.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide instructional leadership for the Statewide Programs for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, including audiology, family education, the Early Learning Program, outreach services, and other statewide initiatives.
• Coordinate and provide coaching, consultation, and technical assistance to local education agencies, charter schools, and Statewide Programs staff regarding evidence-based instructional practices and educational programming for children who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind.
• Develop, implement, and communicate statewide supports that promote high-quality educational programming and compliance with best practices for students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate professional learning opportunities for Statewide Programs staff and Delaware educators, service providers, and stakeholders serving children who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind.
• Coordinate the planning and implementation of statewide educational, leadership, and enrichment events for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
• Coordinate statewide referrals for services from birth through age 22, including collaboration with Birth to Three, school districts, charter schools, families, and community partners.
• Provide administrative oversight and program leadership for the Early Learning Program serving children ages 18 months through 5 years, ensuring high-quality programming and regulatory compliance.
• Foster collaborative partnerships and maintain effective communication with local education agencies, state agencies, families, community organizations, and internal staff to ensure coordinated, equitable, and effective services for children who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support educational planning, transition services, and the implementation of statewide initiatives that improve outcomes for children who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind.
• Monitor program effectiveness, analyze data, and support continuous improvement efforts to ensure high-quality statewide services and student outcomes.
• Evaluate assigned staff members using the DPAS/DTGSS process and procedures outlined by the state department or approved evaluation tool identified by the respective employee group
• Promote the development of leadership among the professional and supporting services staff
• Follow all district processes, procedures and protocols outlined for administrators

Perform other duties as assigned

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resources Office 1899 S. College Avenue Newark, DE 19702 PH: 302/552-2600 Visit our website: www.christinak12.org Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S. College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702; Telephone: [phone].