Teaching Assistant

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

2d•$3,515 - $4,738•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) is seeking a Teaching Assistant. This is a full-time position that works during the academic year. OSD provides direct 24-hour educational and residential services to approximately 130 students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, kindergarten through age 21. OSD also acts as a resource to the entire state, providing special activities, consultation, and educational services to students, professionals, families, and the public. The ideal candidates are committed to ensuring that students reach their maximum potential in ASL and English, while also supporting their individual communication needs.

Requirements

Equivalent to a high school diploma and six months of paid or unpaid experience working with or caring for children, preferably in groups; OR Two years of college courses in Education.
Bilingual Requirement: These positions require a minimum of ASLPI level 3 or SLPI:ASL Intermediate. The successful candidate will receive a 5% bilingual differential pay upon successfully passing language assessment. You must meet this requirement within 12 weeks of hire.
You must pass a criminal history background and fingerprint-based criminal history record check upon hire as required by ORS 326.603 and OAR 581-021-0500. There is a fee (payable by the successful candidate) of $71.50 for the process.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work harmoniously with school age children and/or exceptional students of all ages and abilities.
Effectively communicate ideas through signing and in writing.
Experience working with deaf or hard of hearing children.
Experience in a classroom setting with children.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering cognitive and self-help skills, monitor student behavior, and provide clerical support in the classroom.
Aid teachers in implementing behavior plans and academic programs, actively participating in behavior management through observation, data collection, and interpretation. Ensure student safety during these activities.
Escort and supervise students during transitions between classes and activities, including recess, bus rides, meals, and other non-instructional periods. This may involve occasional driving of a state vehicle for on- and off-campus educational programs.
Follow teacher-made lesson plans when working with individual or small groups of students across elementary, middle, and/or high school departments.
Assist in activity preparation and clean-up as needed.
Stay informed about the Educational Staff Handbook, as well as OSD/ODE policies and procedures, to provide guidance in daily duties. Ensure compliance to maintain the health, safety, and welfare of students.