Deafblind Intervener: 1:1 Education Support

Cherry Creek Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Support Personnel to provide 1:1 educational and non-educational support for a student with deafblindness in a Denver-area setting. This temporary role focuses on instructional support, lunch/recess help, and personal needs under the student’s IEP.

The role requires collaboration with the educational team, material adaptation, and facilitating access to information and communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with special needs children or licensed special education teaching.
• Knowledge of deafblindness and its impact on learning.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 support to a deafblind student as part of the education team.
• Assist in planning and adapting curriculum and materials per IEP.
• Support the student with access to information and communication throughout the day.
• Supervise and assist during meals, recess, and transportation as needed.
• Build trusting relationships to promote social and emotional well-being.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the teacher and school.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Patience

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Colorado Department of Education Intervener certification

National Intervener Credential

CPR and First Aid certifications

Job description

Cherry Creek Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Support Personnel to provide 1:1 educational and non-educational support for a student with deafblindness in a Denver-area setting. This temporary role focuses on instructional support, lunch/recess help, and personal needs under the student’s IEP.

The role requires collaboration with the educational team, material adaptation, and facilitating access to information and communication.