Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Support Specialist

Cherry Creek Schools; Englewood, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Schools in Colorado seeks a Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Assistant to support students with special needs, focusing on language and communication access. You will collaborate with special and general education staff, implement tailored instructional strategies, and provide in-class or one-on-one assistance to promote academic success and social inclusion.

Responsibilities include differentiating instruction, documenting progress, and assisting with IEP planning while fostering inclusive

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• One year of professional work experience with special needs children in a paid program or licensed setting
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of student instructional equipment including computers, adaptive equipment, augmentative communication devices, and other related equipment
• Basic organizational skills
• Intermediate sign language skills
• Intermediate critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate interpersonal relations skills
• Ability to work alone and collaboratively with others
• Ability to implement behavior modification techniques
• Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students
• Ability to stay abreast of strategies for students with ASD and special education curriculum
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job

Responsibilities

• 1. Ensure Deaf/Hard of Hearing students receive and understand communication presented in all educational settings by providing differentiation, which may include supplementing with sign language. As part of the instructional team, work collaboratively with general education and/or special education classroom teachers to support behavior management, communication systems, organization systems, and/or instruction/curriculum for students with moderate to severe needs. Frequency: Daily; Percentage of Time: 40%
• 2. Communicate with all members of the educational team (teachers, supervisors, interpreters, para educators,) who are directly responsible for the educational program for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students. Provide input about student performance and progress for sake of instructional planning, conferences, and individualized education plan (IEP) meetings. Frequency: Daily; Percentage of Time: 15%
• 3. Assist educational team by monitoring and supporting student behavior and language in all education settings. Facilitate and clarify appropriate social interaction with peers and assist students with accessing their educational environment and social interactions by supporting with sign language at the student’s level. Frequency: Daily; Percentage of Time: 15%
• 4. Collect and document accurate data during instructional sessions to include skill introduction, acquisition and mastery. Frequency: Weekly; Percentage of Time: 10%
• 5. Apply effective problem-solving skills through collaborative conversations with students, staff, parents/guardians, building administrators, and district liaisons. Frequency: Daily; Percentage of Time: 5%
• 6. Train staff to maintain daily records of student progress/behavior, and provide observation, data, feedback, and recommendations to the team. Frequency: Weekly; Percentage of Time: 5%
• 7. Monitor safety of students with behavioral challenges. Respond to unsafe behaviors including aggressions, self-injurious behaviors, and elopement. Frequency: Weekly; Percentage of Time: 5%
• 8. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Frequency: Daily; Percentage of Time: 5%

Skills

Sign language (intermediate)

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Office software basics

Education

High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma

One year of experience with special needs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adaptive/assistive devices

Instructional equipment

Job description

Cherry Creek Schools in Colorado seeks a Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Assistant to support students with special needs, focusing on language and communication access. You will collaborate with special and general education staff, implement tailored instructional strategies, and provide in-class or one-on-one assistance to promote academic success and social inclusion.

Responsibilities include differentiating instruction, documenting progress, and assisting with IEP planning while fostering inclusive