Assistant Program Director – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program
READS Collaborative, Middleborough Center, MA, United States
Assistant Program Director – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program
Location: READS Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, Tucson, MA (satellite program at Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical High School, Taunton, MA).
Summary The READS Collaborative Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program and School provides a full array of special education services to students who are Deaf and/or Hard-of Hearing for grades PreK - 12+. The Assistant Program Director will support the Program Director in the overall supervision and implementation of the DHH Program and School, ensuring that all policies and procedures follow MA DESE regulations and that day‑to‑day operations maintain a high quality, student‑centered program.
Required Qualifications
DESE License Teacher of the Deaf, Special Education Administrator, or related field
Experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Fluent in American Sign Language
Knowledge of general child development and language development as specifically related to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Knowledge of current trends and best practices in education, especially as it relates to Deaf education
Experience with Individual Education Program (IEP) development
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in Deaf Education or related field
DESE Administrator License as Special Education Director, Principal/Assistant Principal or Supervisor/Director, or ability to obtain
Experience and knowledge with regard to special education laws and regulations
Experience and supervision skills in the management of an interdisciplinary team
Experience with Program Development and Implementation
Familiar with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing educational research
Familiar with educational interpreter roles
Knowledge of Massachusetts Frameworks including the Common Core
Performance Responsibilities
Oversee implementation of Collaborative and host school policies in accordance with DESE regulations.
Provide daily and ongoing supervision and support to faculty of the DHH Program.
Facilitate staff meetings and training as directed by the Program Director.
Assist in the program referral process as needed, such as home or school visits.
Facilitate IEP Team Meetings, overseeing timelines and IEP implementation.
Act as a liaison to building principals as directed by the Program Director.
Assist in the observation and evaluation of staff in accordance with READS Collaborative policies and MA DESE regulations.
Facilitate positive public relations in the community through ongoing communication, striving to maintain a positive program image.
Promote use of social media to communicate with families and staff with approval of the Program Director.
Assure that program design, treatment philosophy, and interventions reflect up-to-date research and best practices in education.
Promote a team culture and communicate regularly with the faculty, host school faculty and READS administration regarding student and general program and educational issues.
Assist in the coordination and oversight of MCAS and host district assessment administration, including ordering of test materials, assuring adherence to security procedures for test materials and providing training and consultation to faculty regarding assessment administration.
Assist in the planning and implementation of professional development for DHH staff.
Coordinate and oversee implementation of Summer Program in collaboration with the Program Director.
Any additional responsibilities as determined by the Program Director and/or the Executive Director.
Terms of Employment
Non‑Bargaining Unit Position
Work Year: 205 days
Rate of Pay: $90,000 – $115,000
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Summary The READS Collaborative Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program and School provides a full array of special education services to students who are Deaf and/or Hard-of Hearing for grades PreK - 12+. The Assistant Program Director will support the Program Director in the overall supervision and implementation of the DHH Program and School, ensuring that all policies and procedures follow MA DESE regulations and that day‑to‑day operations maintain a high quality, student‑centered program.
Required Qualifications
DESE License Teacher of the Deaf, Special Education Administrator, or related field
Experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Fluent in American Sign Language
Knowledge of general child development and language development as specifically related to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Knowledge of current trends and best practices in education, especially as it relates to Deaf education
Experience with Individual Education Program (IEP) development
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in Deaf Education or related field
DESE Administrator License as Special Education Director, Principal/Assistant Principal or Supervisor/Director, or ability to obtain
Experience and knowledge with regard to special education laws and regulations
Experience and supervision skills in the management of an interdisciplinary team
Experience with Program Development and Implementation
Familiar with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing educational research
Familiar with educational interpreter roles
Knowledge of Massachusetts Frameworks including the Common Core
Performance Responsibilities
Oversee implementation of Collaborative and host school policies in accordance with DESE regulations.
Provide daily and ongoing supervision and support to faculty of the DHH Program.
Facilitate staff meetings and training as directed by the Program Director.
Assist in the program referral process as needed, such as home or school visits.
Facilitate IEP Team Meetings, overseeing timelines and IEP implementation.
Act as a liaison to building principals as directed by the Program Director.
Assist in the observation and evaluation of staff in accordance with READS Collaborative policies and MA DESE regulations.
Facilitate positive public relations in the community through ongoing communication, striving to maintain a positive program image.
Promote use of social media to communicate with families and staff with approval of the Program Director.
Assure that program design, treatment philosophy, and interventions reflect up-to-date research and best practices in education.
Promote a team culture and communicate regularly with the faculty, host school faculty and READS administration regarding student and general program and educational issues.
Assist in the coordination and oversight of MCAS and host district assessment administration, including ordering of test materials, assuring adherence to security procedures for test materials and providing training and consultation to faculty regarding assessment administration.
Assist in the planning and implementation of professional development for DHH staff.
Coordinate and oversee implementation of Summer Program in collaboration with the Program Director.
Any additional responsibilities as determined by the Program Director and/or the Executive Director.
Terms of Employment
Non‑Bargaining Unit Position
Work Year: 205 days
Rate of Pay: $90,000 – $115,000
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