Early Learning Instructional Assistant Deaf/HH Preschool - 3596 Phoenix

Location: Phoenix Campus | Employee Status: Permanent | Hours Per Week: 36 | Work Calendar: 10-Month | Pay Rate: $16.7471/hour | ASL Required

About the Role

This position supports the instructional and behavioral needs of preschool students who are deaf or hard of hearing under the guidance of the classroom teacher.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teacher in the implementation of instructional objectives, behavioral strategies, and IEP (Individual Education Plan) goals.
• Under the guidance of the Teacher, tutor students in a variety of activities (academic subjects, daily life/social skills, etc.) in both individual and group settings.
• Monitor students in the use and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
• Observe, record, and maintain student files per Federal, State, and Agency policies.
• Provide assistance in lifting and caring for students which may include toileting, feeding, and hygiene.
• Transport students to and from activities/appointments when necessary.
• Continue professional growth through training sessions/workshops.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Associates Degree OR completion of 60 units of college coursework OR a valid Paraprofessional certification.
• Current Arizona Driver’s License.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention Training certifications or ability to obtain within required timeline.
• ASL (American Sign Language) skills if working with students/staff who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Braille skills if working with students who are blind/visually impaired.
• Must be able to pass FBI and State background check.
• Defensive Driver Training program to be completed by all agency personnel that drive on State business.

Knowledge & Skills

• Policies, procedures, and programs of the immediate work unit.
• Principles and practices of administration and management.
• Agency or program rules, regulations, and operating procedures.
• Instructional methods and learning strategies.
• Behavior management techniques.
• Computer programs/software and office equipment relevant to position.
• Monitoring/assessing performance.
• Augmentative communication.
• Time management, organization, and planning.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively so that others will understand.
• Multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Operate assistive technology (AT) equipment.
• Reach, stoop, bend, and lift.
• Operate office equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental and dependent life insurance options.
• 31-day enrollment period from effective date of hire; coverage may start as early as 2 weeks after hire.
• Automatic coverage for basic life, non-smokers, accidental death and dismemberment, and seat belt insurance.
• Mandatory enrollment in the State’s retirement plan and long-term disability (LTD) program after a 26-week waiting period.
• Deferred compensation program for tax-deferred retirement investments.
• Employee Self-Service, Wellness, Tuition Discount, Travel Reduction, Auto & Home Insurance, and Purchase Discount Programs.