First High School for Hearing Impaired (FHSHI)

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Philippines Culture People with disabilities Education Sport Culture People with disabilities +2 Permanent

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

The First High School for Hearing Impaired (FHSHI) is a high school in Cebu
City to serve persons with hearing disabilities since 1982. It offers relevant
educational opportunities to persons with disabilities as hearing impaired,
visually impaired those with learning disabilities, and the physically
handicapped. We have been aiming to win the learners back to school as a
place of fun, friendly, and fostering atmosphere for learners to be
functionally literate.

💼 What the programme involves

● Development of lesson preparations and compile
activities, especially in the speech/ language sessions and classes.
● Special Education Teaching on speech/ language classes.
● Intercultural learning and understanding activities with
the staff, faculty, and students.
● Development of extracurricular activities like music, arts
and crafts, sports, etc. (Note: With the new setup due to the
pandemic, expect to be exposed to teaching and organizing other
activities in an online environment)

● Assist in the development/preparation of learning
materials like visual aids, etc.
● Assist the teachers in daily classes
● Support the music, arts, and sports activities/ events for the students and PWDs.
● Assist other extracurricular activities of the school and student clubs

🏠 Accommodation on site

Living with a staff apartment or host family (expect to have a shared room
with family member or staff/volunteer)

📍 About the location

The First High School for Hearing Impaired (FHS-HI) is situated in a
community that is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and accessibility for
individuals with hearing impairments. Located in an urban setting, the
school serves as a vital institution for students with hearing disabilities,
providing them with specialized education, resources, and support to thrive
academically and socially. The surrounding community is supportive and
increasingly aware of the needs of people with disabilities, with local
organizations and advocacy groups working together to ensure equal
opportunities for all. FHS-HI not only caters to the educational needs of
hearing-impaired students but also promotes greater awareness and
acceptance, helping to break down barriers and encourage greater social
integration. The school’s presence in the community highlights the
importance of tailored educational programs and the empowerment of
students with disabilities.

⚠️ Requirements

● Team player, sociable, can easily mingle with staff,
volunteers without prejudice, etc.
● Independent, industrious, and requires less supervision.
● Willing to learn sign language innovatively, industrious,
adventurous, creative, and fun-loving