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Title posted on Jobillico - Provincial Outreach Program - Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Literacy Specialist
Posted on October 14, 2024 by Employer details School District #41 (Burnaby)
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Provincial Outreach Program - Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Literacy Specialist <p>Temporary to June 30, 2027 (1.0 FTE) <p> <p>As one of the largest, most progressive and diverse urban districts in the province, Burnaby provides comprehensive educational programs and services to a diverse population of 24,500 full-time and 17,000 part-time learners. The district operates 41 elementary and 8 secondary schools, plus a number of additional facilities. <p>The focus of the Provincial Outreach Program Deaf and Hard of Hearing (POPDHH) is to collaborate with school districts in meeting the needs of all Deaf and Hard of Hearing learners. Through collaborative consultation POPDHH supports educational teams in addressing the unique communication and learning styles of individual Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. To reach every student's potential POPDHH promotes goals of language development, literacy, numeracy, cognitive development, self-advocacy, and self-confidence in becoming responsible, global citizens.<p> <p>The Provincial Outreach Program: Deaf and Hard of Hearing is seeking a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Literacy Specialist.<p> <p>Duties and Responsibilities: <p>Early Literacy<p><p> Responsible for adapting or modifying existing materials, and creating new materials that specifically address the unique needs of learners <p> Works together with an ASL Specialist to create materials in ASL and model visual tactile strategies<p> <p><p> <p>Educational Consultation<p><p> Provides ongoing educational consultation and technical assistance to professionals working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing in public and private schools throughout British Columbia<p> Writes Student Observation / Recommendation Summary reports<p> Provides some temporary consultation itinerant services depending on staffing availability and caseload<p> Working with the school-based team, assists with the identification and needs of students requiring POPDHH services (assessments, interviews, observations, team meetings, etc.)<p> Administers and interprets assessments with School Based Team<p> prepares reports and maintains records related to work performed<p> Working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in person and through video conferencing with an emphasis on ASL acquisition<p> Administers and interprets speech language assessments (receptive and expressive)<p><p> <p>Professionals<p><p> Works collaboratively with TDHHs across the province to build capacity, invite collaboration and answer questions<p> Provides ongoing technical support and researches new technology that will benefit TDHHs and their students<p> Mentorship for teachers and educational assistants<p> Coordinates the organization of Provincial events such as video conferences, conferences, media and technology services<p> Collaborates with partner agencies to provide seamless services in the community<p><p> <p>Parents<p><p> Works collaboratively with parents and professionals to develop positive and successful educational programs for students<p> Provides workshops for parents in the area of IEPs, role of TDHHs, etc.<p><p> <p>Webinars and conferences<p><p> Develop educational webinars<p> Provide support and specialized on-line training and/or workshops to the TDHHs, EAs, support staff and SLPs in the province on a regular basis in many areas related to deafness and hearing loss such as Assessments, goal development and Individualized Educational Plans, technology, etc.<p><p> <p>Communication<p><p> Serves students in school settings using all communication modalities<p> Communicates regularly with a broad variety of professionals<p> Facilitates communication between POPDHH, partner agencies and school staff<p> Communication with students and Educational Teams in English and American Sign Language, and sharing knowledge of ASL, Deaf culture and history<p> Performs related duties as required<p><p> <p>Required Qualifications: <p><p> A valid BC teaching cert- LocationBurnaby, BC
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