Behavior Aide for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, USDB

State of Utah; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites applications for a Behavior Aide at the Kenneth Burdett School for the Deaf in Ogden. The role focuses on supporting students with deaf/hard-of-hearing needs during the school year, August through May.

Ideal candidates will be skilled in ASL, have experience as an aide or paraprofessional, and demonstrate reliability, communication, and collaboration with school teams to implement behavior support plans.

Qualifications

• ASL skills are required for assignments in ASL classrooms.
• Experience as an aide, paraprofessional, or related role is preferred.
• Ability to follow teacher directions and lesson plans.
• Dependable with good organization and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Intervene with students showing challenging behaviors under supervision.
• Support students by understanding needs, triggers, and appropriate strategies.
• Apply safe, appropriate procedures for behavior management.
• Interpret and implement written behavior plans in daily routines.
• Collect and summarize data to track progress and outcomes.

Skills

ASL skills

Classroom support

Communication

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $24.00 - $ Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Melanie Butters | [e-mail]

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

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider an enjoyable and gratifying employment opportunity with our agency. We are looking for a caring and motivated individual to fill the position of Behavior Aide for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing working at the Kenneth Burdett School for the Deaf in Ogden.

This position works only during the school year, August through May.

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Behavior Aide, You Will

• Work under the direction of the Behavior Specialist and Educational Director to intervene with students demonstrating challenging behaviors. Primary duties include, but are not limited to, engaging in the following activities with support and direction.
• Work closely with the student to understand their specific needs, challenges, and triggers.
• Utilize safe and appropriate procedures when managing students with challenging behavior.
• Interpret and implement written behavior plans.
• Engage in reinforcement strategies (desired items/actions, attention, or removal of demands/aversive situations) to increase the frequency or duration of safe and appropriate replacement behaviors and to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize and model the implementation of positive behavior supports with students.
• Utilize and model safe and appropriate prompting procedures to promote both successful and independent responding.
• Implement data collection systems, accurately collect and summarize data for the school.
• Collaborate with school team members to provide support effectively, and without disruption to the environment or other individuals in the environment.
• Develop and implement tailored strategies and interventions to address destructive behaviors and promote positive alternatives.
• Facilitate effective communication with the student by using appropriate communication methods (e.g., sign language, visual supports, augmentative and alternative communication systems).
• Foster the student's communication skills to enhance their ability to express needs and wants.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

The Ideal Candidate Must Or Be Willing To Possess

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization
• American Sign Language (ASL) skills are required for assignments in the ASL classrooms
• Techniques for assisting and providing effective support to classroom instructors
• Practical skills in working effectively with students
• Willingness to learn and receive training on the job
• Experience as an aide, paraprofessional, or other related experience
• Deal with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• Work independently
• Ability to follow the teacher's direction and lesson plans
• Communicate clearly and effectively
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Must be dependable and have good organizational and time-management skills
• Preference will be given to current employees with USDB

Supplemental Information

• Successful completion of a criminal background check
• Risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations, e.g. being subject to possible physical attack, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

About The Role

Location

742 Harrison Blvd.

Ogden, Utah, 84404

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

Benefits

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 [phone].