Where the role of the teacher assistant is to facilitate communication between the student and others in the environment the district should ensure the teacher assistant can demonstrate proficiency in the communication mode of the student. The Jericho Outreach Program for deaf and hard of hearing students is available to provide consultative and support services to school districts. Targeted funds are provided on an annual basis for students who are deaf and hard of hearing to assist boards in providing the specialized equipment required by these students. A special grant is available on application from the Ministry of Education to provide such specialized support. Applications should be made to the Special Education Branch.
Funds are available for a maximum of three consecutive years, following date of implant.
A protocol has been established in recognition of the unique needs of young children who are deaf and who require the specialized skills of teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing. This protocol allows for boards to contract the services of teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing to local agencies, preschools or parents.