Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, USDB

State of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

3d • 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 four caring and motivated individuals to fill the position of Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing working at the Jean Massieu School for the Deaf in Salt Lake. 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.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

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