Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, USDB

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Salt Lake City, UT

4d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) is seeking four caring and motivated individuals to fill the position of Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing at the Jean Massieu School for the Deaf in Salt Lake City. This role involves assisting a classroom instructor in working with deaf/hard of hearing students, who may have additional disabilities. The position offers a gratifying employment opportunity within a supportive work environment that values work-life balance and offers job stability and career growth.

Requirements

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
• American Sign Language (ASL) skills required for assignments in 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.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.
• Ability to deal with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Ability to 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.

Benefits

• Job Stability
• Career Growth
• Meaningful Work
• Supportive Work Environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed