Paraprofessional for the DeafHard of Hearing

Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing

FT / PT Status Part-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is not eligible for benefits.
Salary $19.00 - $20.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Melanie Butters
Application Deadline Open until filled

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

TheUtah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind(USDB) invites you to consider an enjoyable andgratifying employment opportunity with our school. We are looking for a caring and motivated individual to fill a Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing position in Springville.

The paraprofessional assists a classroom instructor and nurses in working with deaf/hard-of-hearing students who may have additional disabilities.

*This position is only for the 26-27 school year*

Roles and Responsibilities
As a Paraprofessional you will:

• Work under the direction of a Teacher of the Deaf to support instruction prepare instructional materials and provide individual or small-group assistance to students.
• Communicate with the Teacher of the Deaf regarding student performance progress behavior and support needs.
• Provide personal care assistance to students as needed including toileting diapering tube feeding changing clothing and other activities of daily living.
• Assist with behavior supports and interventions under the direction of the teacher or other designated staff.
• Support student motivation participation skill development and achievement in academic communication functional and daily living areas.
• Assist with routine school activities and supervision including bus duty recess lunch bathroom assistance transitions and other assigned student-support responsibilities.
• Provide direct classroom support by working collaboratively with teachers and students.
• Maintain accurate records logs and other required documentation related to student services and assigned responsibilities.
• Prepare instructional materials teaching aids adaptive materials and other resources used to support student learning.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of student needs and the educational program.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
The ideal candidate will:

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
• American Sign Language skills preferred.
• Techniques 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 that shows sensitivity tact and professionalism.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to drive a state vehicle is required.

Supplemental Information

• There are risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations e.g. being subject to possible physical attack. (Risks are related to the possibility of working with students who are non-compliant self-abusive and/or aggressive.)
• This position has strenuous physical requirements such as long periods of standing walking recurring bending crouching stooping stretching reaching or similar activities and recurring lifting of students (some with limited mobility) and/or their personal needs equipment. Must be able to life and carry over 50 pounds.
• Preference may be given to applicants with previous experience working with disabled children MANDT training a valid Utah Driver License with a clean driving record.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check contingent upon employment.
• This is a part-time position for the 26-27 school year ending in June 2027.

About the Role

Location
900 S 1200 W
Springville Utah 84663
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code AE - Employees of the State Board of Edu. This is a career service exempt at will position.

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• 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.

The Agency
For more information about the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind please click here.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

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