Job Description
Posting number: DBA-21804-JB-10/26
Department: Department of Education
Division: Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind
Job classification: NON-CLASSIFIED
Posting type: Open
Categories: Education
Summary
Commitment
Commitment: CSDB is a Deaf and Blind-led academy where language, leadership, and learning converge to generate agency.
Grounded in lived experience, students develop presence, purpose, and wayfinding - in a space built for growth, pride, and authenticity.
Aspiration: CSDB builds generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who set new standards and transform the world.
Examples of duties
The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is accepting applications for a Deaf Programs MTSS/CIA Coordinator within the School for the Deaf.
This full-time position reports to the Principal, School for the Deaf, and serves as both a strategic leader and systems coordinator for the School for the Deaf’s instructional programs. The Coordinator creates and sustains frameworks that advance curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional learning, and program accountability to ensure equitable access to rigorous, language-rich educational experiences for Deaf students.
The Coordinator bridges CSDB’s strategic priorities with instructional excellence, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement, and works closely with the Blind Programs Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Coordinator on state and federal accountability responsibilities.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead curriculum review, adoption, implementation, and monitoring within Deaf Programs to ensure alignment with Colorado Academic Standards, bilingual language-rich practices, evidence-based instruction, and the unique learning and language needs of Deaf and hard of hearing students.
- Collaborate with specialists and teachers in the collection and analysis of student assessment data and the development and implementation of curriculum.
- Provide instructional leadership, coaching, and ongoing support to teachers and educational staff to strengthen instructional practices, curriculum implementation, student engagement, and continuous improvement.
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Deaf Programs’ Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, and facilitate Student Support Team (SST) processes to promote equitable access, early intervention, and positive academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and attendance outcomes.
- Coordinate and monitor tiered intervention systems, progress monitoring, and support services to ensure interventions are implemented with fidelity and aligned with student performance data and identified needs.
- Collaborate with the Principal and instructional leadership team to implement school improvement initiatives, monitor instructional effectiveness, and support student achievement.
- Coordinate and oversee assessment systems for Deaf Programs, including state and local assessments; serve as co-District Assessment Coordinator as needed and ensure compliance with all assessment requirements, timelines, accommodations, and reporting procedures.
- Collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate student achievement and program performance data to inform instructional decision-making, intervention planning, program improvement, and organizational accountability.
- Co-lead, with the Blind Programs Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Coordinator, state and federal accountability responsibilities, including Alternative Education Campus (AEC) reporting and collections, READ Act reporting, WIDA, NWEA, Colorado state assessments, Unified Improvement Planning, and other required academic reporting and compliance activities.
- Coordinate and support AEC accreditation, continuous improvement planning, program evaluation, and accountability processes for Deaf Programs.
- Lead and support the Deaf Programs Educator Induction Program in collaboration with the Principal, along with other instructional initiatives designed to strengthen educator effectiveness, build staff capacity, and improve student outcomes.
- Serve as a resource to staff and families by maintaining expertise in Deaf Education, curriculum, instruction, assessment, educational technology, and emerging best practices.
- Represent CSDB on local, state, regional, and professional committees and workgroups related to Deaf Education, curriculum, instruction, assessment, accountability, and school improvement.
- Maintain professional expertise through ongoing participation in professional development, educational organizations, conferences, publications, and related learning opportunities.
- Perform other appropriate duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
- Master’s degree in Deaf Education or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- Must hold or be eligible for appropriate Colorado educator licensure, or document equivalent professional experience related to the education and support of children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, or have dual sensory needs.
- Five (5) years of successful experience as a teacher, administrator, or in a similar position.
- Documented experience providing technical assistance to educational staff, including developing, coordinating, and providing professional development activities.
- Documented experience with student assessment measures and program assessments, including data interpretation.
- Documented experience in curriculum development and instruction.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Advanced (3+) skill level through an appropriate assessment tool and in accordance with CSDB policy and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference may be given to applicants who possess:
- Current Colorado educator licensure.
- Experience leading MTSS frameworks, Student Support Team processes, or tiered intervention systems.
- Experience as a District or School Assessment Coordinator, or with state assessment administration and compliance.
- Experience with Colorado accountability systems, including Unified Improvement Planning, READ Act reporting, and AEC accreditation.
- Experience coaching teachers or leading an educator induction or mentoring program.
- Experience in bilingual ASL/English educational settings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Deep understanding of Deaf Gain, bilingual language-rich educational environments, and evidence-based practices that support the academic, language, and social-emotional development of Deaf and hard of hearing students.
- Extensive knowledge of curriculum development, instructional practices, standards-based education, assessment systems, and continuous improvement processes within Deaf Education.
- Knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards, READ Act requirements, Unified Improvement Planning, accreditation processes, and state and federal accountability expectations.
- Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate qualitative and quantitative data to inform instructional decision-making, program evaluation, school improvement planning, and student outcomes.
- Ability to provide instructional leadership, coaching, and professional learning that strengthens educator effectiveness, builds staff capacity, and promotes high-quality teaching and learning.
- Ability to think strategically, lead change, solve complex problems, and implement systems that support organizational priorities and continuous improvement.
- Ability to build trust, foster collaboration, communicate effectively, and cultivate productive relationships with staff, students, families, school districts, community partners, and state agencies.
- Proficiency with educational technology, assessment platforms, data systems, and business applications, and the ability to model effective technology integration in teaching, learning, and program accountability.
- Commitment to continuous professional learning, responsiveness to feedback, effective teamwork, and leadership grounded in CSDB’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.
- Strong written, presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and represent CSDB in professional and public settings.
Supplemental information
Supplemental Information
Please Note: Communication regarding this recruitment will occur primarily through email. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the email address provided in their application remains current and for monitoring their inbox (including spam/junk folders) throughout the selection process.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete online application through the State of Colorado Careers website. Please include the following with your application:
- A current resume (recommended). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
- A copy of a valid State of Colorado Driver's License (or the ability to obtain one if required for the position).
- If applicable, unofficial transcripts or other documentation supporting education, certifications, or substitutions used to meet the minimum qualifications. Official transcripts may be required upon hire.
Selection Process
Applications are an integral part of the selection process and will be reviewed by Human Resources to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants may be invited to participate in additional assessments and/or interviews.
Your application should clearly demonstrate how your education, certifications, and professional experience meet the requirements outlined in the Description of Job and Minimum Qualifications sections of this announcement. Incomplete applications, missing required documentation, or applications that do not adequately demonstrate the required qualifications may result in removal from further consideration.
Applications must be submitted by the posted closing date and time to be considered.
Additional Information
For additional information regarding State of Colorado employment, including Frequently Asked Questions, ADA accommodations, residency requirements, and the Address Confidentiality Program, please visit the State of Colorado Careers website at careers.colorado.gov.
Benefits
In addition to meaningful work supporting students and staff at the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind, eligible employees may enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PERA retirement plans, including Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution options
- Optional 401(k) and 457 retirement savings plans
- Paid life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Employee wellness programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), when eligible
- Paid holidays, vacation leave, and sick leave, as applicable
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities within the State of Colorado
- Benefits eligibility is determined in accordance with State of Colorado policies and may vary based on appointment type and scheduled hours.
