Important aspects of the work of a educator of the deaf in the system of general secandary education

In the article, the author highlights the significance and importance of the work of a sign language teacher in the system of general secondary education with children with hearing impairment. The author reveals important aspects of the specialist's work and the challenges that arise in the process of supporting children with special needs. The author notes that in the context of the development of education in Ukraine and its integration into the European space, it is especially important to provide highly qualified resource teachers who are able to work effectively with children with hearing impairments in general education institutions. Modern society requires the development of special methods that help children and adults with hearing impairments develop speech, cognitive and social skills for successful further integration. The author shows that sign language pedagogy is of great educational importance because it creates methods and educational programs for the development of children with hearing impairment, taking into account their individual needs and the area of immediate development. This, in turn, helps to ensure access to quality education in special schools and classes with inclusive education, allowing such children to study on an equal footing with their peers. In the article, the author notes that the use of a language natural to deaf children, namely sign language, in the educational process allows for the full education and development of children with hearing impairment. This contributes to their socialization, cognitive development and integration into society, while preserving their cultural identity. Sign language is an important tool for creating an inclusive and equitable educational environment for such individuals. The author emphasizes the importance of the role of a specialist in the process of teaching children with hearing impairment, especially in the context of inclusive education in a general education institution. In a modern secondary school, inclusion is becoming a standard, opening up new opportunities for children with special educational needs. A sign language teacher helps to create an inclusive environment, provides support for students with hearing impairment in the learning process, and promotes their socialization and adaptation in the team.