Service Divisions: Special Education Support Services
Service Code(s): 305.020
Service Aid Status: Hndcp Excess Cost

Contact: Julie Hanson, 585-249-7015

Cost: $163,810.00 Per FTE

A Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing provides support to the student as s/he develops skills to fully access instruction and participate in the school environment.  Focus areas may include; access to academic language, the development of self-advocacy, communication, and social skills, as well as supporting the student’s self-concept development.  Support is also provided to classroom teachers and building staff as related to the needs of the deaf/hard of hearing student.

This service is delivered as DIRECT or CONSULT service.  Please note: Any direct service should be accompanied by a minimum of 10 hours/year of CONSULT service.