VH1-3 Consultant Visual/Hearing 1-3
Regular/full-time
Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning
Inclusion Support Branch, Student Achievement and Inclusion (SAI)
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45436
Salary(s): VH1-3 $72,134.00 - $109,866.00 per year
Closing Date: July 20, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates who only have a Bachelor of Education will be considered at the VH1 classification. The salary range is $72,134.00 - $88,967.00 per year.
Candidates who have a Bachelor of Education and formal Deaf and Hard of Hearing education training will be considered at the VH2 classification. The salary range is $82,083.00 - $105,119.00 per year.
Candidates who have a Masters of Education and formal Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education training will be considered at the VH3 classification. The salary range is $85,166.00 - $109,866.00 per year.
The Inclusion Support Branch of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning is seeking a qualified individual to fill the regular full-time position of Consultant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. The Consultant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provides school teams with consultative services for accessing the curriculum and social environment of school, student-specific planning, and professional development to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.
Duties:
The Consultant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing actively participates as a member of a school team to provide appropriate curriculum-based assessment and development for Deaf and hard of hearing students. The consultant must effectively collaborate with teachers, school administrators, teaching assistants, and parents when planning appropriate programs for students with a variety of needs. The consultant acts as a direct support to the student, staff, and school community by providing information about hearing loss; specialized teaching techniques, which may include the use of American Sign Language (ASL) oral instruction and/or an auditory-verbal approach; specialized amplification devices and equipment; specialized resources; and materials developed for children with hearing loss and information pertaining to appropriate agencies and or other departments of government.
Why Work For Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
Commitment to Health and Wellness
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as in-house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Bachelor of Education and formal training in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education; suitable combinations of education, training and experience will be considered
- Experience teaching and working with students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Experience providing support for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing using: American Sign Language (ASL), and/or an oral approach, and/or auditory verbal therapy.
- Knowledge of Bilingual-Bicultural environments
- Experience adapting curriculum to achieve curriculum outcomes
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate with all educational partners and multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong written communication skills
Desired:
- Experience delivering professional learning for peers
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Inclusive Education Teaching Certificate
- Certification by the Canadian Association of Educators of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must have a valid Manitoba Teacher's Certificate
- Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check
- Must provide and maintain a valid 5F driver's license, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba with possible overnight stays as required.
Advertisement # 45436
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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