Employee Start Date: 03/15/2023

Job Summary:

Plans, directs, and coordinates all functions of the technology department including planning, implementation, and delivery of technical computer network; oversees helpdesk services; maintains network file servers; arranges for maintenance and repair of equipment; confers on computer needs and purchases; serves on appropriate committees. Supervises other technology staff; ensures compliance regulations; develops and maintains records and reports.

Under supervision from the Director of Business Operations, delivers IT support for Iowa School for the Deaf and Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Supervises other technology staff members.

Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plans, directs and coordinates all operational concerns regarding the school’s information technology.
• Identifies immediate and long-range technology goals and objectives.
• Develops a plan to meet the needs.
• Plans and implements ongoing technology plan.
• Ensures that resources are available to meet the technology needs of the organization.
• Develops and implements standardized procedures for technology process; i.e. help desk responses; technology replacements/upgrades/maintenance; etc.
• Monitors cyber-security trends, threats, and new technology.
• Develops plans to address IT disruptions due to emergencies or data loss.
• Devises and establishes IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by administration.
• Performs direct technology work.
• Performs day-to-day technology activities.
• Responds to emergency calls.
• Maintains continuing review of overall technology.
• Provides staff leadership for the technology staff.
• Assists in the selection and placement of IT staff.
• Trains, and supervises all technology personnel.
• Coordinates workload and delegates duties.
• Leads team in problem-solving and motivates team to achieve goals.
• Supervises staff and contractors performing special projects.
• Evaluates performance.
• Performs other administrative duties.
• Implements school policies and procedures.
• Manages technology budget.
• Evaluates cost effectiveness of technology needs.
• Reviews costs and assists in preparation of budget requests.
• Builds relationships with vendors.
• Maintains a safe environment for IT users and strives to meet their needs.
• Supports the school’s strategic plan and adheres to school policies and procedures.
• Complies with personnel policies. Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates willingness to support change for the improvement of services to students and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information System, Instructional Technology, Educational Media, Computer Science, or related field
• 2 years of IT experience
• Knowledge of computer systems; networks; Windows and Macintosh platforms is required.
• Demonstrated communication, organization, and time management skills are necessary.
• Supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
• Ability to attain required level of sign competency as appropriate.

Additional Notes:
Salary: $66,000-$103,000. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate’s educational and experiential qualifications.

Position Details: Work location is at the Iowa School for the Deaf campus in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Iowa School for the Deaf/Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. A Board of Regents, State of Iowa Program. Email your application by clicking here.

Employee Start Date: 08/17/2023

Job Summary:

Provide student(s) with work-related instruction as directed by the teacher and assists teachers with classroom and training activities on and off-site.

Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assists teacher in meeting the needs of students in an appropriate manner.
• Fosters students’ self-advocacy and independence skills.
• Assists in the supervision of large and small group activities.
• Updates the teacher daily on student progress as directed.
• Assists teacher in maintaining accurate individual records on student progress.
• Assists with classroom displays and preparation of teaching materials (e.g., copying, typing, assembling displays).
• Provide supervision and coaching on job sites to assist student learning job skills.
• Assists students with emergency drills and field trips.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher and transition coordinator.
• Maintains confidentiality and data privacy as required by federal and state law.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Two years study at an institution of higher education OR Associate Degree or higher OR experience as a job coach OR willing to become “Highly Qualified”
• Must be fluent in American Sign Language
• Positive experiences with individual children and comfortable with groups of children and older children.
• Comfortable being directed by another adult.
• Experience with office machines, classroom equipment, and computers/printers, etc.
• Willing to participate in staff development activities to become more knowledgeable and skilled as a CATS Job Coach.
• Ability to work in teams Reliable and flexible
• Proficiency in and knowledge of ASL and written English

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Employee Start Date: 08/17/2023

Job Summary:

Assists and supports students and teacher(s) with classroom and school activities. Reports to assigned Classroom Teacher/s and Team Leader/s.

Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides the teacher with more time to instruct effectively and efficiently.
• Provides a safer, more effective learning environment for the students.
• Maintains a positive attitude and style in dealing with others in a manner that contributes to the overall public relations of Metro Deaf School.
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective interpersonal relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Two years study at an institution of higher education OR Associate Degree or higher OR successful completion of paraprofessional portfolio.
• Experience working with children ages 3-18
• Ability to work in teams
• Reliable and flexible
• Proficiency in and knowledge of ASL and written English

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Employee Start Date: 08/17/2023

Job Summary:

Educates, teaches, facilitates, evaluates and plans lessons for the students of Metro Deaf
School as defined by the Metro Deaf School District Policy Manual and the Minnesota
Department of Education rules and regulations.

Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Selects appropriate educational activities for the students assigned to him/her which will meet the predetermined learner outcomes of the curriculum and the graduation standards of Minnesota.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and application of bilingual education and methodology as it relates to the education of Deaf students.
• Modifies and adapts materials to meet the individual needs of each learner within the classroom.
• Demonstrates fluency in ASL and written English, with an understanding of the purpose of/ development of and application of L1 (ASL).
• Is knowledgeable of content area assigned to teach.
• Develops weekly lesson plans to ensure the lesson sequence is aligned with the established curriculum, standards and outcomes.
• Responsible to keep an up-to-date running record on students’ progress/performance in required format (record book or electronic reporting).
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Professional Learning Community (PLC) and team meetings for staff development, committees and curriculum projects.
• Coordinates curriculum and teaching procedures with other staff members in department, team or grade level.
• Communicates clearly and effectively student progress and curriculum concerns to parents on a regular basis, reporting each trimester through progress reports, IEP reviews and report cards.
• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled activities outside of school hours as directed by school administration.
• Supervises students during the school day according to established building supervision schedule as well as indirect supervision at all times during school activities.
• Works with support staff, parents, lead staff and administrators in dealing with student concerns in and outside of his/her classroom.
• Responsible for and complies with Minnesota Due Process requirements for his/her assigned caseload.
• Supervises and plans for educational assistants and or 1:1 aides as assigned within his/her classroom.
• Maintains current licensure in deaf and hard of hearing education in the state of Minnesota.
• Develops and maintains adequate knowledge of the subject(s) taught or support services rendered, and demonstrates an understanding of how the subject(s) or support services fit into the overall district philosophy, objectives and curriculum.
• Pursues professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills and continually identifies professional needs and develops strategies to meet these needs.
• Participates in parent/teacher conferences. Interprets student strengths, weaknesses and/or problems that the student may be experiencing in the classroom.
• Establishes and maintains student control/discipline in the classroom, on school premises, and/or in school activities by communicating expectations for appropriate behavior. Provides structure and consistency and encourages student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect in a manner consistent with Metro Deaf School student policies and procedures and legal requirements
• Normal requirements of the position will include parent conferences and participating in administrative, department, curriculum or team meetings and activities. An important function of a teacher is to work with students on an individual basis and to accomplish this a longer teacher’s day or week may be necessary. The Employee’s normal duties shall also include a reasonable share of extracurricular, co-curricular and supervisory activities as determined by the Employer. Normal duties for a Special Education Teacher include meeting specified timelines within the Due Process system. Completing paperwork, attending meeting with parents and others and knowing how to access/apply State and Federal rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Deaf Education; ability to obtain a Minnesota Teaching License required
• Native user or fluency in American Sign Language required
• Knowledge of Bilingual Education Competency with instructional strategies
• Demonstrates a strong background or specific training in the field of Literacy and Language Arts
• Must be able to work with staff and students of diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Knowledge of IEPs and assessments Knowledge of various learning styles and strategies for diverse learners

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Employee Start Date: 08/17/2023

Job Summary:

Educates, teaches, facilitates, evaluates and plans lessons for the students of Metro Deaf
School as defined by the Metro Deaf School District Policy Manual and the Minnesota
Department of Education rules and regulations.

Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Selects appropriate educational activities for the students assigned to him/her which will meet the predetermined learner outcomes of the curriculum and the graduation standards of Minnesota.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and application of bilingual education and methodology as it relates to the education of Deaf students.
• Modifies and adapts materials to meet the individual needs of each learner within the classroom.
• Demonstrates fluency in ASL and written English, with an understanding of the purpose of/ development of and application of L1 (ASL).
• Is knowledgeable of content area assigned to teach.
• Develops weekly lesson plans to ensure the lesson sequence is aligned with the established curriculum, standards and outcomes.
• Responsible to keep an up-to-date running record on students’ progress/performance in required format (record book or electronic reporting).
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Professional Learning Community (PLC) and team meetings for staff development, committees and curriculum projects.
• Coordinates curriculum and teaching procedures with other staff members in department, team or grade level.
• Communicates clearly and effectively student progress and curriculum concerns to parents on a regular basis, reporting each trimester through progress reports, IEP reviews and report cards.
• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled activities outside of school hours as directed by school administration.
• Supervises students during the school day according to established building supervision schedule as well as indirect supervision at all times during school activities.
• Works with support staff, parents, lead staff and administrators in dealing with student concerns in and outside of his/her classroom.
• Responsible for and complies with Minnesota Due Process requirements for his/her assigned caseload.
• Supervises and plans for educational assistants and or 1:1 aides as assigned within his/her classroom.
• Maintains current licensure in deaf and hard of hearing education in the state of Minnesota.
• Develops and maintains adequate knowledge of the subject(s) taught or support services rendered, and demonstrates an understanding of how the subject(s) or support services fit into the overall district philosophy, objectives and curriculum.
• Pursues professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills and continually identifies professional needs and develops strategies to meet these needs.
• Participates in parent/teacher conferences. Interprets student strengths, weaknesses and/or problems that the student may be experiencing in the classroom.
• Establishes and maintains student control/discipline in the classroom, on school premises, and/or in school activities by communicating expectations for appropriate behavior. Provides structure and consistency and encourages student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect in a manner consistent with Metro Deaf School student policies and procedures and legal requirements
• Normal requirements of the position will include parent conferences and participating in administrative, department, curriculum or team meetings and activities. An important function of a teacher is to work with students on an individual basis and to accomplish this a longer teacher’s day or week may be necessary. The Employee’s normal duties shall also include a reasonable share of extracurricular, co-curricular and supervisory activities as determined by the Employer. Normal duties for a Special Education Teacher include meeting specified timelines within the Due Process system. Completing paperwork, attending meeting with parents and others and knowing how to access/apply State and Federal rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Deaf Education; ability to obtain a Minnesota Teaching License required
• Native user or fluency in American Sign Language required
• Knowledge of Bilingual Education Competency with instructional strategies
• Demonstrates a strong background or specific training in the field of Literacy and Language Arts
• Must be able to work with staff and students of diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds Ability to work collaboratively
• Knowledge of IEPs and assessments Knowledge of various learning styles and strategies for diverse learners

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Employee Start Date: 08/07/2023

Job Summary:

Under supervision of the Principal, works with oversight from a Work Experience Coordinator to coordinate the work experience program for high school and 4Plus (transition program) students.

Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide job training for students and work collaboratively with the ISD staff to ensure that students receive appropriate services
• Assess students for work readiness skills. Match student needs, skills, and interested with available job opportunities
• Work with students 1:1 or in small groups to develop skills needed to obtain/maintain employment such as job searches, applications, resume construction, interview skills, etc.
• Develop and maintain positive partnerships with community businesses and agencies, and assist with accommodation guidelines outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act and other laws/policies.
• Contact employers and develop community-based opportunities for students to job shadow, have exploratory job placements and long-term work experiences
• Connect regularly with job site supervisors to ensure successful work experience placements, resolve problems that may arise, and to monitor students in the field.
• Be available as first point of contact for and provide input to students, staff, and parents for report cards and at IEP meetings (outside of normal working hours if necessary).
• Work cooperatively with ISD staff to develop appropriate learning targets, coordinate scheduling/transportation
• Maintain a database of work experience sites with relevant details of employment positions.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human services, vocational rehabilitation, Deaf Education, or related field.
• Ability to meet the level of sign language proficiency designated for the position as outlined in the School’s Sign Language Policy.
• Willing to work odd hours and during the summer, weekends, etc.
• Ability to travel within the community regularly; throughout the state occasionally including some overnights
• Strong networking skills to build relationships with business community members.
• Must have understanding of the needs of the Deaf and hard of hearing.
• Prefer experience working with students/ young adults in the workplace

Additional Notes:
Hours: Full-time. Contract-191 days/first year, 189 days/subsequent years; due to the nature of the position, some summer, early morning, evening, and weekend hours may be necessary.
Pay/Benefits: $44,000-$67,000/year; health and dental insurance, retirement, flex spending accounts, and more
How to apply: Download application at www.iowaschoolforthedeaf.org/employment/employmentopportunities/
Send resume, cover letter, credentials, unofficial transcripts, etc. to human.resources@iaedb.org or mail to ISD Human Resources, 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503

Questions? Email human.resources@iaedb.org, or call 712-366-0571(v)/712-796-1203(vp)

The Iowa School for the Deaf is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. A State of Iowa,
Board of Regents School.

 

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