Deaf Blind Intervener

divh2Deaf Blind Intervener Position/h2pIntermediate District 287 is looking for a Deaf Blind Intervener with our Itinerant Services!/ppIntermediate District 287 serves students in grades K-12, as well as transition age students (18-22 years old), from our 12 member districts in the west metro area. Our district offers a wide range of services and specialized programs, primarily focused on setting IV special education, that is designed to meet the diverse needs of our students./ppThis position will provide individual support to students who are DeafBlind, which refers to a combination of hearing and vision loss that affects the way a student is able to access information and function in the educational environment./ppWhy Work with Us?/ppAt Intermediate District 287, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for both students and staff. Heres what makes our district special:/pulliTrauma-Informed Approach: We prioritize understanding the impact of past trauma on student behaviors, creating a safe and supportive space to help each student thrive./liliComprehensive Support Services: Each school is equipped with a dedicated team, including School Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and Student Safety Coaches who are all working together to build meaningful relationships and support student success./liliSmall Class Sizes: We offer personalized attention in small classes, with an average of 6-8 students per class, ensuring every student receives the individualized care they deserve./liliCommitment to Diversity: We value diverse perspectives and life experiences, and our strategic vision is focused on hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization./li/ulpPosition Details:/pulliProvide visual and auditory information to DeafBlind students./liliSupport learners who are deafblind in communication, language, mobility, personal care, sensory, and other developmental needs through sign language and/or other visual supports throughout all activities in the school day in special education and/or general education settings based on learner needs./liliProvide access to information, environments, and material for the student who may otherwise be unable to access or understand due to sensory impairments./liliGuide students through activities and hands-on exploration of materials as appropriate./liliAdapt instructional materials, equipment, or strategies, under the direction of the teacher or other licensed professionals./liliHelp to maintain safety of the student and the environment./liliParticipate in training/in-service as assigned./li/ulpFTE:.875 FTE/ppThis position is part of the Local 2209 union contract/ppSalary: Follows Local 2209 Salary Schedule B: $23.00 - $31.37 (Depending on experience and education)/ppGenerous Benefits including:/pulliLow cost medical and dental insurance/liliDistrict funded HRA account/liliLife insurance and long-term disability/liliOptional health care flexible spending account (FSA)/liliOptional dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)/liliExtensive wellness services that includes 6 free confidential counseling sessions/liliRetirement benefits through PERA/liliOptional 403b with district match/liliPaid time off/liliMental Health benefits/liliOngoing professional development/liliMore details can be found on our webpage: Contracts/Benefits - Intermediate District 287/li/ulpEducation Experience Requirements:/pulliInterested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations./liliHigh school diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate/liliTwo (2) years of full-time employment or equivalent working with individuals with special needs./liliSubstitution Allowed: College training may be substituted for the General Experience/liliWillingness to complete a district-paid certification program for Deaf Blind Intervener Certificate./liliDistrict will provide training through Bright Works, Inc. (formerly Metro ECSU) for candidates who do not already have the training./li/ulpInterview Process:/pulliInterviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled./li/ul/div