Specialist, Special Education (Deaf and Hard of Hearing)

Young World Physical Education; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 103,690 - 170,831; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Ashburn, Virginia is seeking a Deaf/Hard of Hearing Specialist to develop, coordinate, and implement educational programs. The role includes working closely with DHH staff, attending IEP meetings, and supporting students across various grade levels.

The ideal candidate should have at least five years of experience and be eligible for a Virginia Department of Education license. This position is full-time with a partial remote work option, requiring demonstrated skills in ASL and communication.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in Deaf/Hard of Hearing education with increasing responsibilities.
• Holds or eligible for a valid hearing impairment license.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ASL.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs for DHH students.
• Attend IEP meetings and communicate with parents and school staff.
• Coordinate interpreter training efforts.

Skills

American Sign Language (ASL)

Effective oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Valid license from the Virginia Department of Education in Hearing Impairment

Job description

Specialist, Special Education (Deaf and Hard of Hearing)

Job Details

Job ID: 5776164

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 12, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

Job Overview

The Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) Specialist works with the DHH special education supervisor to develop, coordinate, and implement programs and provide support to DHH teachers and the students on their caseloads.

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:

• Works with the DHH special education supervisor to ensure that appropriate services are provided to students; attends IEP meetings as needed; informs school staff, parents, etc. of key aspects of the DHH program; responds promptly to requests for information from parents, principals, etc.; assists in developing a DHH Program Handbook
• Assists in recruitment and retention efforts for teachers and interpreters of DHH students
• Develops, coordinates, and monitors programs for DHH students, PreK-12; assists in developing and presenting monthly staff development activities for staff and parents; collaborates with families, teachers, interpreters, audiologists, and others; provides direct support to classroom teachers needing assistance with instructional and/or behavioral strategies; serves as mentor for DHH teachers new to Loudoun County Public Schools; participates in evaluating DHH staff
• Coordinates interpreter training efforts and serves as liaison for Region IV training grant
• Monitors and evaluates DHH programs continuously and identify and plan for areas of improvement

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

Education

Experience

Five (5) years of experience in the field of Deaf/Hard of Hearing with progressively increasing responsibilities

Licenses and Certifications

Holds or be eligible for a valid license from the Virginia Department of Education in Hearing Impairment; postgraduate license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, including American Sign Language (ASL)
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with teachers, administrators, parents and students

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reports to :Supervisor, Special Education

FLSA Status : Exempt

Months/Days/Hours :12 months/ 254 days/ 8 hours

Salary Level : Universal/Scale B.2 -Level 16

Salary Scale : https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range : $103,690 - $170,831

Remote Work Eligible : Partial

Union Designation : Non-Union

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Administration > Pupil Personnel

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• DSS-04B, PUP-04M, PUP-04F, WHS-G
• Email: [e-mail]