PACES / CORE Activity Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR

PACES / CORE Activity Coordinator

CLOSING DATE: Open Until filled

UPDATED: 06/01/2026

POSTED: 06/03/2026

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth, and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools. There is also much to do in West Hartford. There is a wide array of parks and recreation. There are pools and hiking trails. There are historic sites to visit as well. If shopping is on the list, then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position: Paces/Core Activity Coordinator

Department: Residential Program

Supervisor(s): Director of Student Life/Associate Director of Student Life

Description: 12 months – Benefits eligible

Union Status: Non-Collective Bargaining (non-union)

SCHEDULE:

Monday: 2:30 PM- 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

POSITION SUMMARY

The Paces/Core Activity Coordinator serves as the critical link between academic/day programming and residential (dorm) life, ensuring the consistent teaching, reinforcement, and generalization of functional and adaptive skills across settings. This role coordinates the implementation of individualized student goals, supports staff training, and maintains strong communication with families to promote student independence and success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Director of Student Life, Director of Clinical, teachers, and other school staff to support the overall well-being of residential and academic success of students.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized daily living skills plans, including hygiene, self-care, meal preparation, social communication, community participation, and independent living skills.
• Provide training, resources, and ongoing coaching to residential staff to ensure consistency in instructional strategies and behavior supports.
• Collect, review, and analyze student data to monitor progress and inform instructional and programmatic decisions.
• Maintain consistent communication with parents/guardians through weekly calls, virtual meetings, and regular updates on student progress, challenges, and successes; share photos of student participation as appropriate.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, including 12-week reviews, IEP development, and collaborative planning.
• Serve as a liaison between school-day and residential programs to ensure alignment of routines, expectations, and student supports.
• Programming & Events: Create and a monthly calendar of activities, including study breaks, movie nights, fitness groups, and weekend excursions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, or related needs

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to collect, interpret, and apply data to guide decision-making
• Knowledge of behavior support strategies and functional life skills instruction
• Ability to train and support multidisciplinary staff
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• At least 2 years of Supervisory experience preferred.
• Competency in American Sign Language required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Group health insurance and other fringe benefits are available.
• $1000 sign on bonus after one year of service for newly hired employees, not applicable for re-hires.

ASD is ALL ways able. If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department.

The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).

All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.