Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, USDB

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare teaching materials and tutor individual students under the supervision of the instructor.
• Communicate the progress of the students to the instructor.
• Perform such duties as may relate 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, including bus duty, recess, lunch, bathroom (may include diapering), etc.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
• American Sign Language (ASL) skills required for assignments in the ASL classrooms.
• Techiques 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.

About The Role

Location: 1655 East 5300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84106 United States

Background Check Required: Yes

Drug Test Required: Yes

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 30 hours per week.

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.