ASL (American Sign Language) Instructional Assistant 1:1 - Hillsboro School District

Northwest Regional Education Service District; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest Regional Education Service District is hiring an ASL Instructional Assistant in Hillsboro to support deaf and hard-of-hearing students and their families. The role involves assisting teachers, reinforcing language instruction, and promoting Deaf culture awareness.

The position requires ASL fluency, a high school diploma (college experience preferred), and strong English literacy. It is a 0.875 FTE role on a 190-day schedule, with compensation on the Classified Salary Schedule, Range D.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college experience preferred.
• ASL fluent expressively and receptively.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Knowledge of tutorial/instructional procedures preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist families and students in the development of sign language skills.
• Provide support to deaf students under supervision of the Teacher of the Deaf or classroom teacher.
• Assist deaf and hearing students in learning about Deaf culture.
• Work cooperatively with building staff to integrate Deaf students into the school community.
• Participate in activities, in-services, and workshops to improve knowledge and skills.
• Help facilitate communication between students and school staff as needed.
• Assist the Teacher of the Deaf in reinforcing instruction, material preparation, and recording student progress.
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and students at all organizational levels.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Skills

ASL fluency

Deaf culture knowledge

English literacy

Tutorial/instructional procedures

Child experience

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College experience preferred

Tools

Google Suite

MS Word

Job description

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

We encourage you to apply, even if you dont believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Position Title: ASL (American Sign Language) Instructional Assistant

Department: Special Student Services

Location: Hillsboro School District

Reports To: Coordinator - SPED

Compensation: Classified Salary Schedule - Range D

$22.39 - $26.73 per hour; DOE

Bargaining Unit:

OSEA

Work Days

190 days

FTE

0.875 FTE - 7 horus per day

• Must be at least proficient in ASL. This role involves some hygiene support with the student.**

NW REGIONAL ESDS MISSION STATEMENT

In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

General Description

In alignment with the NWRESDs mission statement, this position works in partnership with Regional Staff to maximize the development of American Sign Language skills within a specific deaf and hard-of-hearing student. The American Sign Language Instructional Assistant will assist the teachers by supplementing classroom instruction by carrying out selected activities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. College experience is preferred.
• American Sign Language fluent expressively and receptively.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture.
• Proficiency with reading and writing English.
• Knowledge of tutorial/instructional procedures is preferred.
• Experience working with children is preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, And ABILITIES

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively 1
• managing bias.

• Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
• Confer regularly with immediate supervisor.
• Proficient in the use of computer and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS Word).
• Ability to work with a very high degree of accuracy and organizational skills.
• Skillfully utilize educational technology and software as required by the position.

Essential functions:

• Assist families and students in the development of sign language skills
• Under the supervision of the Teacher of the Deaf or classroom teacher, the Instructional Assistant will provide support to deaf students, or those who use sign language
• Assist deaf and hearing students in learning about Deaf culture
• Work cooperatively with building staff to assist in integrating Deaf students into the school community
• Participate in activities, in-services, and workshops to improve knowledge and skills
• Help to facilitate communication between students and school staff/students, as needed
• Assist the Teacher of the Deaf in reinforcing instruction, material preparation, and recording student progress

H. I. Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and students at all organizational levels.

• Perform other job duties as assigned

Note

The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliation employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.