Hard Skills
ExpertSign Language ProficiencyFluency in visual-gestural communication systems such as American Sign Language (ASL) or relevant regional variations to facilitate direct communication.
AdvancedIndividualized Education Program (IEP) DevelopmentThe ability to design, document, and implement customized educational strategies that meet the specific legal and developmental needs of students with disabilities.
IntermediateAssistive Listening Technology ManagementProficiency in operating and troubleshooting specialized equipment such as FM systems, hearing aids, cochlear implants, and captioning software.
AdvancedDifferentiated Instructional DesignAdapting curriculum content, process, and products to accommodate various levels of hearing loss and diverse learning styles within a single classroom.
IntermediateSpeech Reading SupportUtilizing techniques to enhance a student's ability to understand spoken language through visual cues from the speaker's mouth, face, and body.