Educational Assistant Deaf​/Hard of Hearing - Part-Time

Educational Assistant for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing - Part-Time

Bristol Tennessee City Schools System-Wide, Bristol, Tennessee.

Job : 5339270
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 15, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

This is a part‑time position that does not include benefits. Experience with school‑age students preferred who are deaf or hard of hearing. A certificate of completion for an American Sign Language (ASL) course or enrollment in such a course within 90 days of employment is required.

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Job Summary

The Deaf/Hard of Hearing Educational Assistant provides classroom and communication support to students who are Deaf or hard of hearing. Under the direction of a certified teacher or service provider, the assistant supports student access to instruction, reinforces learning objectives, and facilitates classroom participation through the use of visual supports, simplified communication, and other access tools. This position promotes student independence and inclusion while ensuring effective communication in academic and social settings.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supports students who are Deaf or hard of hearing in accessing classroom instruction, discussions, and activities through visual, written, or simplified spoken/signed communication methods.
• Reinforces instructional content and directions provided by the teacher or service provider.
• Assists in implementing accommodations and supports identified in the student’s IEP or 504 Plan.
• Supports the use of assistive technology and amplification devices (e.g., FM systems, captioning tools) under the direction of the IEP team or audiologist.
• Provides clarification of instructions and classroom content as needed to ensure student understanding.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers, special education staff, and related service providers to support access and inclusion.
• Promotes student independence by encouraging self‑advocacy and appropriate communication strategies.
• Maintains student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and school district policy.
• Assists with supervision of students during transitions, recess, or other school‑related activities as assigned.
• Participates in team meetings and professional development related to supporting students who are Deaf or hard of hearing.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or special education department.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or 48 semester hours of college coursework preferred.
• Experience working with school‑aged students who are deaf or hard of hearing preferred.
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Certificate of completion for an American Sign Language (ASL) course or enrollment in such a course within 90 days of employment.
• Additional certifications may be required, as determined by the Board.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

• Knowledge of:
  • Basic communication strategies and visual supports used by students who are Deaf or hard of hearing
  • Educational practices for supporting diverse learners
  • FERPA and student confidentiality standards
• Skill in:
  • Supporting students in the use of assistive listening or visual communication devices
  • Communicating clearly and adapting based on student needs
  • Collaborating effectively with staff and service providers
• Ability to:
  • Build rapport and maintain respectful communication with students and staff
  • Reinforce instructional content under the direction of a teacher
  • Support student…