Sign Language Facilitator: Inclusive Classroom Support

Clark-Pleasant Community School Corp; New Whiteland (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Clark-Pleasant Community School Corp in Indiana seeks a Sign Language Facilitator to bridge communication between Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and classroom staff. You will support teachers, adjust the environment, and help students access lessons through sign language and visual cues.

The role requires collaboration with the D/HH teacher and school team, ability to manage varied formats, maintain confidential records, and participate in training for assistive devices and language facilitation.

Qualifications

• Experience in communicating with Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.
• Willingness to participate in training for assistive devices and language facilitation techniques.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and communication devices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor D/HH students' understanding and facilitate communication between the student and teachers and staff.
• Preview classroom setting and modify environment to ensure equal access to visual and auditory information.
• Preview instructional materials to ensure accurate facilitation of content.
• Collaborate with the D/HH teacher and staff to meet student needs and promote positive relationships.
• Monitor student comprehension and provide instructional reinforcement under supervision, coordinate lecture notes, and support effective classroom communication.

Skills

D/HH communication

Assistive tech knowledge

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Clear speech

Lip-reading awareness

Record-keeping

Adaptability to formats

Tools

Assistive devices

Amplification devices

Communication devices

Job description

Clark-Pleasant Community School Corp in Indiana seeks a Sign Language Facilitator to bridge communication between Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and classroom staff. You will support teachers, adjust the environment, and help students access lessons through sign language and visual cues.

The role requires collaboration with the D/HH teacher and school team, ability to manage varied formats, maintain confidential records, and participate in training for assistive devices and language facilitation.