Job Description

Job Title: Specialist – Intervenor (Special Education Department - SPED)

Agency/Department: Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (ASDB)

Location: 7654 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021

Work Type: On-site

Hours/Week: 40 hours (Day shift, Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

Duration: 11/17/2025 – 05/22/2026

Pay Rate: Up to $24.50/hour (max budgeted rate)

Position Type: Staff Augmentation

Education Required: Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Position Overview

The Intervenor Specialist provides direct, individualized support to a student with deaf blindness . This role ensures access to learning, communication, and social engagement through individualized communication strategies and instructional support. The Intervenor works closely with the classroom teacher and the student’s IEP team to implement educational and behavioral plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent access to instruction and environmental information using the student’s preferred mode of communication (auditory, visual, or tactual).
• Facilitate concept development and comprehension of learning materials.
• Support the development and use of receptive and expressive communication skills .
• Build and maintain trusting, interactive relationships to promote social and emotional well-being.
• Encourage and support social interaction and participation in classroom and school activities.
• Assist in lifting, toileting, feeding, hygiene , and other personal care needs as required.
• Communicate regularly with teachers and IEP team members regarding student progress and instructional modifications.
• Implement modifications and instructional strategies outlined in the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) .

Training & Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree (or higher) OR 60 semester credit hours from an accredited institution OR passing score on a nationally recognized para-educator exam.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention certifications (or ability to obtain within the required timeline).
• Willingness to learn basic sign language (ASL) to communicate effectively with the student.
• Ability to work with young children in a classroom setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASL (American Sign Language) proficiency if working with deaf or hard-of-hearing students.
• Braille skills if working with students who use Braille.
• Experience supporting students with dual sensory impairments (hearing and vision).
• Completion of Open Hands Open Access Intervener training modules or training provided by the AZ Deafblind Project .

Licensing & Certification Requirements

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card .
• Must pass FBI and State background checks .
• Must complete the Defensive Driver Training Program if required to drive on state business.
• CPR/BLS Card and Vaccine Status required prior to onboarding.

Knowledge Of

• Policies, procedures, and programs of the assigned work unit.
• Instructional methods and learning strategies for students with combined hearing and vision loss.
• Behavior management techniques and individualized instruction.
• Technology used to modify educational materials for accessibility.
• Principles of special education and inclusive practices.

Skills & Abilities

• Communicate information and ideas effectively using multiple modalities.
• Adapt quickly to student needs and classroom environments.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Problem-solve, prioritize tasks, and stay organized.
• Build rapport and trust with students and staff.

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