Position: Family and Peer Programming Coordinator
Salary: Commensurate with experience and education
Date Closed: Until filled
Become part of a professional team providing family and peer programming focusing on social emotional peer to peer and family connections. This is a full time, 203-day, position that can be based in Bangor and/or Falmouth, Maine.
Primary Responsibilities:
- In collaboration with the MECDHH/GBSD Leadership Team, develop family and peer programming
- Plan and implement family support and connections events for MECDHH/GBSD, including but not limited to:
- In-person events throughout the state, including rural areas
- Virtual events
- Plan and implement regional peer programming for students who are Deaf or hard of hearing who use a continuum of communication modes, including but not limited to:
- Regional programming for students in grades K-5
- Three overnight experiential learning weekend programs for students in grades 6-12
- Transition planning activities for students ages 14 and older
- In collaboration with site-based and outreach teachers of the Deaf
- Develop and implement pre- and post- activities which connect peer programming activities to instructional standards
- Ensure activities meet the unique needs of their students in content and access
- Ensure access and inclusion for all Deaf and hard of hearing students and family members regardless of language and communication approach
- Collaborate with partnering organizations that serve children who are Deaf and hard of hearing
- Provide consultation and in-service training to teachers and professionals
- Manage budget for program
Minimum Qualifications:
- Eligible for Maine Physical Education, Adapted Physical Education, School Counselor, Special Education or Teacher of the Deaf certification
- Current Criminal History Records Check (CHRC)
- Bachelor’s Degree (Masters preferred)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Deaf/Special Education
- Prior experience managing program budgets
- Proven skills in the areas of program management and facilitation, data management, organization, and written English communication
- Thorough knowledge of various communication approaches and willingness to support student and parent choices
- Fluency in American Sign Language and preference will be given to individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing
- Willingness to travel statewide, as well as work some nights and weekends
- Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of people in a helpful, positive, and constructive manner with sensitivity to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other individual differences
- Ability to work independently to establish priorities, work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community with a high level of professionalism, and recognize the value of diverse perspectives and experiences
A competitive salary and benefits package, including medical/dental insurance, Maine State Retirement, PSLF eligibility, and paid sick/personal time is offered.
If interested in applying for this position, please click the Family and Peer Programming Coordinator listing on our Career Opportunities website page at https://www.mecdhh.org/professionals/employment-opportunities/
PLEASE NOTE: Employment CANNOT be finalized until the applicant has completed requirements for complete background checks and fingerprinting as required by Maine state statute.
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