Special Education Aide - Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf

Position Summary

This opportunity is for our School for the Deaf in Pittsburgh, PA and assists the teaching staff in assuring the effective implementation of the Individual Education and behavioral plans of students in the classroom.

Essential Responsibilities

• Affirms the effective implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and behavioral classroom management.
• Affirms comprehensive documentation of program activities.
• Affirms the continuing development of professional skills.
• Affirms the continuous safety of all students.

Qualifications

• Clearances: State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
• Valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance, if applicable.
• Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf - Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) required. Applicants not meeting the minimum ASL proficiency are required to complete coursework and meet the minimum proficiency after hire.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands: This position requires a moderate to high level of physical activity. Must meet minimum requirements for Hearing, Speech and Vision. Hearing not applicable for the School for the Deaf.
• Environmental: School and community.

Pay

403b with up to 9% employer give/match

Schedule

As assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match
• Dental and vision plans
• Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
• Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
• Wellness incentive (up to $250)
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)