Preschool Paraprofessional for the Blind/VI, USDB
About The Position
The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) is seeking a caring and motivated Paraprofessional to work with their blind/low-vision preschool students. This position is located in Ogden and operates under the supervision of an Instructor for the Blind/Low Vision. The role involves preparing teaching materials, tutoring individual students, communicating student progress, assisting with behavior interventions, and supporting routine daily activities. This is a part-time position for nine (9) months (181 days) each school year, with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, thirty (30) hours per week.
Requirements
- Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
- Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.
- Ability to deal with strenuous physical requirements such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities and recurring lifting of students and/or lift over 50 pounds.
- Ability to deal with risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check contingent upon employment.
Nice To Haves
- Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
- Techniques for assisting and providing effective support to classroom teachers.
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, i.e. bus duty, recess, lunch, bathroom (may include diapering), etc.
- Provides support in a classroom environment by working directly with teachers and students.
- Maintains accurate records and logs.
- Designs and/or prepares 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
