Deaf Education Research & Accessibility Specialist - 48008507

DGS Office of External Affairs; Saint Augustine (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Deaf Education Research & Accessibility Specialist works for the Resource Materials and Technology Center for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, delivering statewide professional learning, technical assistance, and consultation to educators and stakeholders serving Deaf and hard of hearing students.

The role involves developing and delivering evidence-based practices, conducting onsite and virtual consultations, researching assistive technologies, and

Qualifications

• Experience in deaf education, special education, or services for deaf/hard of hearing students.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in language, literacy, assistive tech, and accessible materials.
• Experience delivering professional learning, technical assistance, coaching, and consultation.
• Ability to conduct program reviews, research, and evaluation of educational resources.
• Willingness to travel statewide throughout Florida including overnight travel.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and Section 504/ADA compliance in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide professional learning, technical assistance, and consultation to educators and stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based practices for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
• Conduct onsite and virtual consultations and coaching to educational partners.
• Research assistive technologies and collaborate with state agencies and partners.
• Perform program reviews and evaluation of educational resources.

Skills

Professional experience

Evidence-based practices

Professional learning

Program evaluation

Statewide travel

ADA/504 compliance knowledge

Job description

The Deaf Education Research & Accessibility Specialist works for the Resource Materials and Technology Center for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing at Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, providing statewide professional learning, technical assistance, and consultation to educators and stakeholders serving deaf and hard of hearing students. The role involves developing and delivering evidence-based practices, conducting onsite and virtual consultations, researching assistive technologies, and collaborating with state agencies and educational partners. This grant-funded position requires statewide travel and may offer partial telework opportunities.

Key qualifications

• Professional experience in deaf education, special education, or educational services for deaf/hard of hearing students
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in language, literacy, assistive technology, and accessible educational materials
• Experience providing professional learning, technical assistance, coaching, and consultation to educators
• Ability to conduct program reviews, research, and evaluation of educational resources
• Willingness to travel statewide throughout Florida including overnight travel
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and Section 504/ADA compliance in educational settings