Communication Facilitator for the Deaf Pool - 2026-27 School Year
About The Position
Facilitate communication for students who are deaf or hard of hearing in a variety of educational settings using sign language. This role supports students in classrooms, co-curricular activities, school-related programs, meetings, and staff development. The facilitator is responsible for understanding and conveying major concepts to students in sign language, assisting with independent practice, and helping to maintain administrative records and reports. They also play a role in assisting teaching staff with student behavior by implementing classroom and individual behavior management plans. A key aspect of this position is adapting to each student's unique communication needs and keeping teachers informed of any special needs or problems. The role requires punctuality and adherence to district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and ability to pass a rigorous content-oriented exam or Associates Degree or 48 Semester Hours of college credit
- Current Texas educational aide certificate or ability to obtain
- Some experience working with children and/or the Deaf
- Ability to communicate effectively in sign language, including Signed English (SEE)
- Ability to interpret and convey major concepts to the student in sign language in an educational setting and voice for the student who is deaf/hard of hearing
- Knowledge of educational interpreter role and the Interpreter Code of Ethics
- Ability to work with students who are deaf/hard of hearing
- Ability to read and interpret documents
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Ability to speak effectively to groups
Responsibilities
- Interpret in educational settings including classrooms, co-curricular activities, school-related programs and meetings, conference, staff development, and other situations.
- Be prepared for the classroom subject matter by researching or studying, communicating with the teacher, etc. in advance of the assignment.
- Provide assistance to students who are deaf/hard of hearing under the direction of a classroom teacher during independent practice activities and/or assignments.
- Help maintain administrative records and prepare required reports, as needed and requested.
- Assist teaching staff with student behavior by implementing classroom management plans and individual behavior management plans.
- Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s communication needs.
- Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned students.
- Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
- Know your schedule and arrive on time to all assignments.
- Follows district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
