Outreach Specialist
State of Minnesota, Faribault, MN, United States
Outreach Specialist
Position to support outreach efforts and the design and delivery of academic instructional programs for Deaf/hard of hearing, Blind or Deafblind students, their families, and stakeholders within the MN State Academies.
Responsibilities Under general supervision, the Outreach Specialist:
Participates in outreach initiatives to support Deaf/hard of hearing, blind, and deafblind students.
Designs and delivers academic instructional programs.
Works with students, families, school districts, and stakeholders to build positive relationships.
Meets deadlines and produces high‑quality work.
Leverages ASL skills when working with Deaf students.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) Minnesota Teacher license OR ability to obtain one before start date.
Three years of teaching experience with Deaf/hard of hearing and/or Deafblind students and families.
Knowledge of best practices for educating Deaf/hard of hearing and Deafblind students.
Skill in writing reports, arithmetic, and interpreting charts/graphs.
Advanced American Sign Language skills.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative planning skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing online instruction to Deaf/hard of hearing and/or Deafblind students.
Experience presenting information related to deaf/hard of hearing and/or deaf/blind students professionally.
Experience creating flyers, presentations, and other print/digital content.
Experience planning and executing events such as school events or Deaf/hard of hearing events.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Additional Requirements
Employment contingent upon successful criminal background check within the past 12 months.
Equal Opportunity Statement Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color, Indigenous communities, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
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Responsibilities Under general supervision, the Outreach Specialist:
Participates in outreach initiatives to support Deaf/hard of hearing, blind, and deafblind students.
Designs and delivers academic instructional programs.
Works with students, families, school districts, and stakeholders to build positive relationships.
Meets deadlines and produces high‑quality work.
Leverages ASL skills when working with Deaf students.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) Minnesota Teacher license OR ability to obtain one before start date.
Three years of teaching experience with Deaf/hard of hearing and/or Deafblind students and families.
Knowledge of best practices for educating Deaf/hard of hearing and Deafblind students.
Skill in writing reports, arithmetic, and interpreting charts/graphs.
Advanced American Sign Language skills.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative planning skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing online instruction to Deaf/hard of hearing and/or Deafblind students.
Experience presenting information related to deaf/hard of hearing and/or deaf/blind students professionally.
Experience creating flyers, presentations, and other print/digital content.
Experience planning and executing events such as school events or Deaf/hard of hearing events.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Additional Requirements
Employment contingent upon successful criminal background check within the past 12 months.
Equal Opportunity Statement Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color, Indigenous communities, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
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