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Tony Nicolalde

Aurora,IL

Summary

Teacher of the Deaf with a proven track record at CUSD 308, advocating for student needs and developing tailored IEPs. Expert in assistive technology and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, fostering self-advocacy and communication skills. Committed to enhancing educational access and promoting the Deaf community through impactful events.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Itinerant Teacher

CUSD 308
08.2022 - Current
  • Advocated for the rights and needs of D/HH students within educational settings, ensuring access to appropriate resources, materials, and services.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine the communication, academic, and social needs who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH).
  • Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to students’ unique needs, including accommodations, modifications, and specific goals.
  • Traveled between multiple school sites to provide itinerant services to D/HH students in mainstream educational settings.
  • Collaborated with the district to create events promoting the Deaf community among families of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program.

Education

Master of Arts - Deaf Education Studies

Gallaudet University
Washington, D.C.
07-2025

Bachelor of Science - Special Education- Specialist in D/HH

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05-2022

Skills

  • Proficient in Assistive Technology for D/HH students (Hearing Aids, Cochlear Implants, FM Systems)
  • Individualized Education Program (IEP) writing and implementation
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and general education staff
  • Development of foundational D/HH skills, self-advocacy, communication repair strategies, and post-secondary transition planning

Certification

  • Professional Educator License - Teacher of Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (Illinois)

Languages

American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Professional Development

  • Illinois Teachers of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Conference (2019, 2023–2025)
  • The Center of Success Annual Conference (2022)

Timeline

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Itinerant Teacher

CUSD 308
08.2022 - Current

Master of Arts - Deaf Education Studies

Gallaudet University

Bachelor of Science - Special Education- Specialist in D/HH

Illinois State University

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