DHH Outreach and Short-Term Program Coordinator

Department Information

Description of Job

General Responsibilities:

This role supports statewide outreach services for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH), their families, and school districts. The position focuses on two primary areas:
- Supporting schools, educators, families, students and professionals with mentoring, resources, training, and programming
- Coordinating statewide short-term programs and outreach events, including weekend gatherings, school-based activities, summer programs, immersion experiences, and professional development opportunities.

This position emphasizes equitable access to DHH-specific resources and guidance, while fostering meaningful partnerships with families, schools, service providers, and the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). It is a collaborative, non-direct service role designed to build capacity in the field through statewide engagement.

The coordinator is responsible for the planning, organization, and implementation of both in-person and virtual programming, ranging from Shared Reading events and literacy celebrations to summer camps and family learning weekends. The role serves as a connector across school teams, service providers, and families to deliver hands-on support, facilitate events, and encourage cross-agency partnerships.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Job Functions

Systems Support, Mentoring, and Resource Development

- Develop and disseminate statewide tools, materials, and resources for educators, families, and students
- Create and manage a shared library of assessment tools and resources that can be loaned to school districts
- Collaborate with school teams on best practices for DHH instruction, including IEP development, communication plans, and progress monitoring
- Participate in Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) and comprehensive assessments as appropriate
- Stay current on state and federal regulations related to DHH education, including LRE, FAPE, and transition
- Coordinate with CDE and other agencies to align support efforts and create shared opportunities
- Represent CSDB at IEP meetings in an advisory, non-decision-making role when invited
- Provide CSDB campus tours for visiting families, educators, or agency partners upon request
- Track and report program data, including through Data Sharing Agreements
- Support outreach documentation for students ages 3–21 across Colorado

Program and Event Development & Coordination
- Design, organize, and host a range of short-term programs and community events, such as:
- Weekend youth events for students who are DHH
- On-site district events, including Shared Reading literacy celebrations ? Summer enrichment and academic programs
- ASL immersion retreats for families and professionals
- Family learning weekends and engagement opportunities ? Panels, workshops, and transition-focused events
- Virtual learning experiences for families and educators ? School-based language and literacy activities

- Deliver professional development for district staff, interpreters, and administrators
- Collaborate with school teams to support communication access needs and strengthen communication plans
- Plan and manage logistics for outreach events, including registration, scheduling, data collection, and materials
- Support school districts in organizing outreach efforts by providing consultation, materials, promotional tools, and on-site support
- Coordinate and partner with Colorado Shared Reading program in partnership with school teams, including family literacy outreach

Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Deaf Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
- Hold or be eligible for a Colorado Educator License with a Special Education Specialist: Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing endorsement
- Minimum five years of experience in educational settings with DHH students
- Intermediate or higher proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL), with a goal of reaching Advanced proficiency within three years of hire
- Deep knowledge of inclusive practices, communication access, and family engagement strategies
- Proven ability to design and lead engaging, impactful training and events
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the state

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience coordinating short-term educational programs and statewide outreach
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers of the Deaf, and ASL specialists
- Background in assessment practices and familiarity with supporting districts through the evaluation process
- Strengths-based mindset and a commitment to family-centered practices
- Demonstrated ability to navigate unfamiliar systems and support districts in identifying and accessing local and regional resources
- Familiarity with planning and facilitating programming for youth ages 3–21 and their families
- Comfort using event platforms, virtual meeting tools, and data tracking systems

Evaluation and Core Competencies (State Standards)

This position will be evaluated on the following five state competencies:
- Customer Service: Responsiveness to stakeholder needs with professionalism and courtesy
- Accountability: Meeting responsibilities and deadlines with integrity
- Job Knowledge: Demonstrating expertise and ongoing learning within the DHH education field
- Interpersonal Skills: Building positive, respectful relationships across agencies and teams
- Communication: Delivering clear, effective communication in both written and signed formats
- Core Job Responsibilities

Organizational Relationships

- Reports to the Director of Outreach Programs
- Works collaboratively with CSDB departments, CDE staff, local school districts, and statewide partners
Terms of Employment
- Part-Time, Year-Round (0.75 FTE): Approximately 30 hours per week across 12 months
- Flexible Schedule: Evening and weekend work is expected to support events and family engagement
- Compensation: Salary is based on the Colorado Springs School District 11 Teacher Salary Schedule and prorated at 0.75 FTE ? Salary range: $50,500 - $91,742 (based on education and experience)
- Classification: This is a year-round, at-will position not tied to the traditional school calendar

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Generally speaking, the work is performed in a typical school environment and involves sedentary to light physical activity, requiring exertion of up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Typically, workers are required to climb stairs, bend, reach, and handle objects, and use fingers to operate computer and/or typewriter keyboard. Work requires expression or exchange of ideas and the ability to receive detailed information. Work requires the ability to compare, compile, analyze, and coordinate data/ information; ability to instruct/train others; and ability to utilize effective interpersonal skills/ behaviors.

In addition, work at the elementary school level involves heavy physical activity, requiring exertion of up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and routinely requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Work at the middle school / high school level involves very heavy physical activity, requiring exertion in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally. Working with Special Needs students will require exertion of force frequently. Travel according to contract needs is required within the State of Colorado.

Supplemental Information

Please note that communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e-mail correspondence.

How To Apply:

Applicants are also invited to provide/upload the item listed below to the on-line application:

• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system