District - Communication Facilitator

DISTRICT-COMMUNICATION FACILITATOR

ONE POSITION FOR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT WITH AN ASSIGNMENT AT EDWARD MILNE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

32 HOURS PER WEEK.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
Completion of secondary school and specialized education at the college or university level that includes understanding the unique nature of the Deaf and hard of hearing or completion of secondary school and the successful completion of the online program “Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students” or demonstration of equivalent knowledge. Certification in basic ASL, which may be assessed by a third party qualified professional.

A demonstrated ability to sign at a level commensurate or above the needs, and grade level, of the student. This may be evaluated by a qualified professional.

Ability to take detailed class notes, in real time, that are shared with the student in order to facilitate access to auditory information. May be assessed by a third party

An understanding of the CF’s role and responsibilities as a team member in a collaborative model.

Be able to support students academically and socially by reviewing and previewing skills, concepts and vocabulary

An ability to handle long periods of sustained activity.

Knowledge and understanding of a deaf or hard of hearing student’s language and social development.

A minimum of six months and up to and including one year working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHOH).

Knowledge of FM equipment, hearing aids and other technology used with/by DHH students as well as ability to trouble shoot minor problems.

Flexible and self-directed, capable of working with a variety of hard of hearing students with diverse learning needs and styles.

Competently implement IEPs.

Ability to move between different grades and schools as needed during the week.

Demonstrate ethical behaviours when working with children, their families and school district personnel including an appreciation of the confidential nature of all information.

**RESPONSIBLE TO**: District Principal - Inclusive Education Services

**SUPERVISES**: N/A

**JOB GOAL**: To promote successful education experience for students with a hearing loss to assist in creating a safe, engaging, accessible learning environment for all students.

**PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES**:
To provide real time access to auditory information, for the DHH student(s), that is accessible to their hearing peers.

To support DHH students in their access to the curriculum, school activities and to implement their Individual Educational Plans (IEP) and/or Individual Care Plan and/or Individual Safety Plan.

An ability to handle long periods of activity that demand a high level of concentration.

To support students academically and socially by reviewing and previewing skills, concepts and vocabulary.

To adapt established methods or procedures to meet DHH student needs.

To advocate for students’ hearing and educational needs, as outlined in their IEP

To motivate DHH students to participate in their school experience and to maximize learning opportunities.

To promote successful social interactions by building language concepts, speech intelligibility, communication skills, self advocacy skills.

To move between different grades and schools as needed during the week

To provide minor trouble shooting of FM Equipment, hearing aids and other technology used with/by DHH students.

To act, as required, as a liaison to School or District staff, school nurses and other allied professionals providing and receiving relevant student information.

Exhibit ethical behaviour and strict confidentiality when working with children, their families and school district personnel. All information is confidential.

To attend, as practicable, consultation meetings with teachers, parents and other allied professionals and to assist in preparing IEP’s.

**TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT**: Ten months per year

RATE OF PAY AS PER THE COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT.

DUTIES TO COMMENCE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Please note that failure to attach all pertinent information (i.e.: certificates, outline of relevant experience, resume, etc.) to demonstrate that you are qualified may exclude you from this posting.