Job Description

Program: Hearing Impaired Support

Description:

This position plays a crucial role in facilitating effective communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and their hearing peers, educators, and other school staff in the educational environment, including services of school-related activities, academic, non-academic, and extracurricular, for students as appropriate. The primary responsibility of this position is to bridge the communication gap, ensuring that students with hearing impairments have equal access to educational opportunities and resources.

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Qualifications:

• HS diploma or equivalent, required
• Must have an EIPA score of 3.5 or higher in either the elementary or secondary level or both levels preferred
• Demonstrated fluency in ASL or other sign languages commonly used in the educational setting.
• Familiarity with educational terminology and content across various subjects
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with deaf or hard-of-hearing students, educators, and school staff
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse learning needs and abilities, with the ability to adapt communication strategies to meet individual student requirements.

Terms of Employment: Full-time, 188 days

Salary: $29.94/hour

The LIU offers an exceptional benefits package for eligible employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
• Medical insurance available for a nominal premium, plus free dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance at No Cost:
• All full-time support staff receive a $30,000 life insurance policy at no cost.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
• Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including three counseling sessions per person, per year.
• Paid Time Off:
• Sick days and Personal days each year.
• Income Protection:
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
• Retirement Benefits:
• Participation in the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center:
• Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+).
• No copays or deductibles for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.
• Learn more:https://www.lincolnhwc.com/
• Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility:
• LIU employment may qualify you for federal Student Loan Forgiveness Programs.
• Details: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation