DHH Outreach and Short-Term Program Coordinator

Overview

DHH Outreach and Short-Term Program Coordinator at Colorado Department of Revenue. 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: mentoring, resources, training, and programming for educators, families, and students; and coordinating statewide short-term programs and outreach events (weekend gatherings, school-based activities, summer programs, immersion experiences, and professional development).

The role 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 planning, organizing, and implementing 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.

• 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; collaborate with school teams on best practices for DHH instruction; participate in IEEs and comprehensive assessments as appropriate; stay current on state and federal regulations related to DHH education; coordinate with CDE and other agencies to align support efforts;
  
  represent CSDB at IEP meetings in an advisory role when invited; provide campus tours for visiting families, educators, or agency partners; track and report program data; 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 (weekend youth events, on-site district events and summer enrichment, ASL immersion retreats, family learning weekends, panels and workshops, virtual learning experiences); deliver professional development for district staff, interpreters, and administrators; collaborate with school teams to support communication access needs; plan and manage logistics for outreach events; provide consultation and on-site support;
  
  coordinate with the Colorado Shared Reading program in partnership with school teams.
• Qualifications and Compliance:
  Maintain knowledge of state standards and inclusive practices; ensure compliance with regulations; support data collection and reporting as required.

• 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 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

• Experience coordinating short-term educational programs and statewide outreach
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (psychologists, SLPs, Teachers of the Deaf, 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
• Ability to navigate unfamiliar systems and help districts access resources
• Familiarity with programming for youth ages 3–21 and their families
• Comfort using event platforms, virtual meeting tools, and data tracking…