Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, USDB

State of Utah Office of the Governor•Ogden, UT

5d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider an enjoyable and gratifying employment opportunity with our agency. We are looking for a caring and motivated individual to fill the position of Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing working at the Kenneth Burdett School for the Deaf in Ogden. The Paraprofessional assists a classroom instructor in working with deaf/hard of hearing students, who may have additional disabilities.

Requirements

Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
American Sign Language (ASL) skills required for assignments in the ASL classrooms.
Techniques for assisting and providing effective support to classroom instructors.
Practical skills in working effectively with students.
Safe and timely response to special classroom situations.
Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
Communicate clearly and effectively.
Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.
Deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to drive a state vehicle is required.
Must be able to lift and carry over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with disabled children.
MANDT training.
A valid Utah Driver License.

Responsibilities

Prepare teaching materials and tutor individual students under the supervision of the instructor.
Communicate the progress of the students to the instructor.
Perform duties related to the motivation and achievement of students in academic and skills areas.
Assist with behavior interventions under the direction of the instructor.
Assist with routine daily activities, such as bus duty, recess, lunch, and bathroom (may include diapering).
Provide support in a classroom environment by working directly with teachers and students.
Maintain accurate records and logs.
Design and/or prepare training/instructional materials, teaching aids, and devices.