ASL Instructional Assistant for Communication Support

State of Florida; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida School for the Deaf and Blind (FSDB) in St. Augustine seeks an OPS Instructional Assistant - Communication Support to provide direct ASL-based communication support for low-vision students and to facilitate interactions among students, teachers, peers, and staff.

The role requires completing 60 college hours (or a relevant degree or ParaPro with score 464+), with salary at $15.00 per hour. You will support instruction, ensure student access, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Completion of 60 college semester hours from an accredited institution; or Associate of Arts Degree or higher; or high school diploma and a score of 464 or higher on the Para Pro Assessment.
• Proof of education provided at time of interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct communication support to low vision students through ASL.
• Facilitate communication between student, teachers, peers and staff.
• Assist students in accessing classroom instruction, discussions, assignments, activities and events.
• Maintain proximity to students to ensure access to communication throughout the day.
• Collaborate with teachers and service providers to support student success.
• Monitor student understanding and communication needs; provide feedback to staff.
• Maintain confidentiality per district policies and federal regulations.
• Maintain records and documentation as required by the school district.
• Proficiency in ASL and strong interpersonal communication.
• Knowledge of deaf and hard-of-hearing educational needs.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Adhere to confidentiality and special education procedures.
• Ability to foster student independence and self-advocacy.
• Complete CPI and CPR training as required.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Deaf education knowledge

Collaborative teamwork

Confidentiality

CPI & CPR training

Education

60 college semester hours / AA or higher

High school diploma + ParaPro 464+

Job description

Florida School for the Deaf and Blind (FSDB) in St. Augustine seeks an OPS Instructional Assistant - Communication Support to provide direct ASL-based communication support for low-vision students and to facilitate interactions among students, teachers, peers, and staff.

The role requires completing 60 college hours (or a relevant degree or ParaPro with score 464+), with salary at $15.00 per hour. You will support instruction, ensure student access, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team