Deaf Education: Instructional Specialist & Coach

Mesquite ISD; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD is seeking an Instructional Specialist in Deaf Education to support Deaf Education teachers and paraprofessionals in providing high-quality instruction for students in the least restrictive environment. You will assist with IEP implementation, ARD coordination, and technology in classrooms, while delivering staff development and collaboration across Deaf and General Education teams.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of ASL and English, and the ability to adapt to

Qualifications

• Education/certification: TASC Certification.
• Knowledge of special education law and ARD processes.
• Ability to support IEP implementation and classroom instruction.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of ASL and English instruction.

Responsibilities

• Attend ARD meetings on an as needed basis.
• Visit Deaf Education classrooms to provide feedback and suggestions.
• Attend conferences and trainings on instructional strategies.
• Facilitate the new units in ordering materials and setting up the classrooms.
• Provide staff development for teachers and staff.
• Work directly with elementary Deaf and General Education teachers to provide support and consult about strategies to assist with students and teaching.
• Observe students and teachers to provide recommendations.
• Help guide teachers with the implementation of instructional strategies.
• Assist with Progress Reports and Goal implementation, data documentation.
• Conduct Instructional Specialist Requests and Placement Review Requests.

Skills

IEP implementation

ARD meetings

ASL & English instruction

Technology expertise

Communication skills

Policy knowledge

Special education law

Change management

Facilitation

Visual strategies

Education

TASC Certification

Job description

Mesquite ISD is seeking an Instructional Specialist in Deaf Education to support Deaf Education teachers and paraprofessionals in providing high-quality instruction for students in the least restrictive environment. You will assist with IEP implementation, ARD coordination, and technology in classrooms, while delivering staff development and collaboration across Deaf and General Education teams.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of ASL and English, and the ability to adapt to