Deaf Education Aide – RDSPD: Bridge Communication & Learning

Pasadena Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena Independent School District is seeking a SpEd Aide for the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD) at Jessup Elementary School. The aid will support deaf and hard-of-hearing students with high-quality instruction in general and special education settings.

The role requires knowledge of manual communication (ASL, SIGNING EXACT ENGLISH, CA-Signed English) and collaboration with the teacher of the deaf to implement IEP goals and monitor progress throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree, 48 college credit hours, or NCLB qualifying assessment required.
• Associate of Applied Science in ASL: Deaf Support Specialist preferred or related certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with students to facilitate communication between deaf/hard of hearing students and others.
• Reinforce and monitor skills previously introduced by the teacher of the deaf.
• Use designated communication modes and classroom assistive listening technologies.
• Collaborate with the teacher of the deaf on IEP goals and progress data.
• Assemble materials, programs, or equipment to support high-quality instruction.
• Assist students with physical needs including transfers, lifting, or positioning.
• Assist with personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.) as needed.
• Assist in behavior management and crisis intervention if needed.
• Supervise students throughout the school day (lunchroom, bus duty, playground).
• Inform the teacher of any special needs or problems of individual students.

Skills

American Sign Language

Signing Exact English

Conceptually Accurate Signed English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree / 48 college credit hours / NCLB qualifying

ASL Deaf Support Specialist certification preferred

Job description

Pasadena Independent School District is seeking a SpEd Aide for the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD) at Jessup Elementary School. The aid will support deaf and hard-of-hearing students with high-quality instruction in general and special education settings.

The role requires knowledge of manual communication (ASL, SIGNING EXACT ENGLISH, CA-Signed English) and collaboration with the teacher of the deaf to implement IEP goals and monitor progress throughout the school day.