Deaf Hard of Hearing Facilitator

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Job ID: 5736752
Job Description



POSITION SUMMARY:

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) Department of the South Bend Community School Corporation serves students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing in school programs. Language needs, communication access, and instruction for these students vary greatly. D/HH students with difficulties in language and communication skills might be best served with the addition of a communication facilitator to their educational team. D/HH Facilitator is a broad term and specifics related to the position vary depending on student needs. For each individualized position there is a range of duties, qualifications and requirements.

The D/HH Facilitator’s role is to make it possible for the student to access the varied activities of the educational program and to encourage appropriate interaction with peers. The facilitator takes directions and cues from the teacher and child, communicates using language...