ASL Communication Specialist - School Paraprofessional

Capital Area Intermediate Unit; Enola (PA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual stipend of $2,950

Job summary

Capital Area Intermediate Unit seeks a paraprofessional to support students who use sign language and to assist teachers in various educational settings.

The role involves collaborating with staff to provide instructional, communication, language, and behavioral supports under teacher direction, with a 190-day schedule and annual salary between $28,880 and $31,160 plus a $2,950 annual stipend.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional role requires working with students using sign language.
• Ability to support instructional and behavioral plans under teacher direction.
• Experience in educational settings and collaboration with staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction, especially expansion of signed communication.
• Collaborate with teacher on language and social development.
• Maintain positive learning environment.
• Assist in behavior management per policies.
• Model positive social and emotional behavior.
• Provide visual supports and access to content for the student.
• Help staff improve signing skills.
• Communicate progress and needs to the educational team.
• Follow schedule, attend trainings, and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Sign language support

Communication with staff

CPR/First Aid

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or higher

Associates degree or 48 college credits

Job description

Capital Area Intermediate Unit seeks a paraprofessional to support students who use sign language and to assist teachers in various educational settings.

The role involves collaborating with staff to provide instructional, communication, language, and behavioral supports under teacher direction, with a 190-day schedule and annual salary between $28,880 and $31,160 plus a $2,950 annual stipend.