Deaf Mentor
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Job Description
Title: Deaf Mentor Deaf and Hard of Hearing Total Communication Program
Classification: Non-Union Professional Contract
Reports to and
Evaluated By: Administrator of Total Communication
Terms of
Employment: 182 day position
Positions Supervised: None
BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Deaf Mentor serves as a positive Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) adult role model for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. This position supports the development of Deaf identity self-advocacy
social-emotional growth and effective communication skills in DHH students. Working collaboratively with special education staff families and community resources the Deaf Mentor helps foster inclusion confidence and connection to Deaf culture and community resources both within and outside of the school environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as a culturally affirming role model for students who are deaf or hard of
- Engage students in meaningful interactions and discussions related to identity communication self-advocacy and social skills.
- Promote Deaf culture and awareness helping students explore and understand their identity as DHH individuals.
- Provide support in American Sign Language (ASL) acquisition and visual language development for students staff and families as appropriate.
- Collaborate with teachers support staff and families to develop communication-rich environments that reflect the needs and preferences of DHH students.
- Assist in planning and leading student-centered activities that build self-confidence social engagement and communication competence.
- Participate in IEP team meetings when appropriate to provide insight on cultural and identity development and student needs.
- Support outreach efforts to connect students and families with Deaf community events resources and opportunities for engagement outside the school setting.
- Provide training or presentations to school staff and peers to increase awareness of Deaf culture and effective strategies for inclusion.
- Serve as a liaison and advocate for DHH students promoting equitable access to school programs instruction and social participation.
- Maintain documentation of services provided and participate in relevant professional development
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Lived experience as a Deaf or Hard of Hearing
- Strong understanding of Deaf culture identity and the lived experiences of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Ability to relate positively and effectively with children and adolescents with varying communication preferences and backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal communication and mentoring
- Ability to work collaboratively with educators families and support
- Understanding of educational supports communication access strategies and self-advocacy skill development for DHH students.
- Familiarity with community resources and organizations that serve the DHH
- Willingness to travel to schools within the district or region to support
- Bachelors Degree in Deaf Education Special Education or related field preferred (Masters Degree preferred).
- Prior mentoring or youth engagement experience
- Ability to work independently and
- Must pass a criminal background check as required by School Safety
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements.
Benefits:Robust benefit package includes full medical dental and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF/ SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.
Please note due to the large number of applications we are unable to attend to e-mail or telephone inquiries on application status.
The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The District does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin ethnicity religion sex (including gender identity or expression sexual orientation pregnancy childbirth or a related condition) age height weight familial status marital status military service veteran status genetic information disability or any other legally protected basis and prohibits unlawful discrimination including harassment and retaliation in any education program or activity that it operates including in admission and employment. The Coordinator for Title IX Section 504 the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is: Dave Rodgers Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Employment Type
Full-Time
