Deaf Mentor

Lexington School for the Deaf • Queens, NY

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for demonstrating and teaching natural communication and language strategies to families of Early Learning Center students. SKIHI Deaf Mentor Training will be provided on July 24, 25, and 26. Candidates must be available to attend all 3 days.

Requirements

• Deaf or Hard of Hearing individual with lived experience navigating educational, social, and community settings as a Deaf or Hard of Hearing person.
• Strong knowledge of Deaf culture and the Deaf community
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to engage with families, students, and colleagues
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and youth
• Trained in the SKI-HI Deaf Mentor Program (Training will be provided)
• Regents or Local High School Diploma, or GED required.
• Experience working with deaf students
• Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance
• Must have the ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Candidates must be available July 24-26 for training

Responsibilities

• Provide family support and consultation
• Provide services in the home or agreed designated locations
• Provide families with information in areas defined by the curriculum; ASL Language, Deaf History, Visual Communication, and Deaf Culture
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED