Get Your Students Hired
I had a student who was legally deaf in both ears and could not read lips. It was difficult at first because I had to learn her language in order to communicate with her and provide her with the skills needed and knowledge pertaining to the class. I was doing this at the sametime of training the other students, but we all managed and learned something from eachpother.
I remember watching a student with severe dyslexia present orally. He was articulate, and could answer all of the students questions. His excitement and enthusiasm was contagious. I always think about that student when I see a student with a writing barrier and see the benefit of working to remove some of that barrier. I bet your students who had not had experience communicating with a deaf student was grateful for the learning and experience.
Allowing your time outside of class for students with disabilities invites their committment and shows yours as well.