Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) Associate (full-time) - Urbandale Middle School
Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) Associate (full-time) - Urbandale Middle School
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Job Description
JOB TITLE:
Deaf/Hard of Hearing Associate
CLASSIFICATION:
Classified
FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Building Principal
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:
Directorof Special Education Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Primary responsibility includes interpreting for student(s) with hearing impairments as required in students Individualized Education Plans.
QUALIFICATIONS:
(Skills Knowledge Abilities Education Certification/Licensure Experience Equipment)
- High school graduate or equivalent;
- Fluency in sign language (SLPI Intermediate or Intermediate Plus)
- Knowledge of correct English usage; conceptually accurate signed English
- Ability to relate to students with disabilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Interpret all information presented in learning situations in and outside of the classroom.
- Provide positive clear sign language model during activities.
- Assist in the supervision of students in the classroom and other areas of the school.
- Perform personal care duties for students with disabilities.
- Supervise students transitioning throughout the classroom building and throughout the school day.
- Provide designated student(s) instructional services including physical behavioral and academic assistance and reteaching according to the IEP and under the direction of certified staff.
- Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment.
- Confer plan and work collaboratively with classroom teachers special education teachers teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing and others in order to ensure assigned students receive appropriate services.
- Maintain confidentiality by discussing assignments only with district and AEA staff who have a legitimate need to know.
- Attend IEP meetings when requested by administration.
- Seek professional development opportunities and maintain a continuing program of staff development.
- Serve as a liaison to promote good public relations between students in the program hearing peers staff and faculty members.
- Collect data and maintain records for students as directed by the special ed teacher or DHH teacher. Assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of instructional methods.
- Displays a high level of initiative effort and attention to detail and commitment by completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Attend all in-service and staff meetings as directed.
- Follow building associate work hours.
- Report concerns to appropriate school personnel.
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Repetitious bending lifting stooping kneeling hand movement and lifting.
- Drug tobacco and alcohol free while working.
- Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
- Some field trips and off campus supervision.
- Occasional exposure to body fluids fumes noise and hazardous materials.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Per Board Policies and administrative guidelines.
- 9 to 12 month position
- Performance evaluated annually
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
