Deaf/Hard of Hearing Instructional Assistant (ASL)

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind - ASDB; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Short-term disability insurance

State retirement plan enrollment

Life insurance options

Job summary

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind - ASDB in Phoenix is hiring an Instructional Assistant (Deaf/HH) for a 10-month, 40-hour work week on the Phoenix Campus. The role is permanent and requires a high school diploma with additional paraprofessional credentials or an associate degree.

Responsibilities include aiding the teacher with IEP goals, tutoring students, monitoring activities, transporting students, and maintaining student files.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associates Degree or 60 college units or Paraprofessional certification accepted.
• Current Arizona Driver's License required.
• CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention Training or ability to obtain within timeframe.
• ASL skills preferred when working with Deaf/HH students.
• Braille skills preferred when working with visually impaired students.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teacher in implementing instructional objectives, behavioral strategies, and IEP goals.
• Tutor students individually and in groups across academics and daily living skills.
• Monitor use and care of equipment to prevent injuries and maintain records.
• Provide assistance in lifting and caring for students including toileting and hygiene.
• Transport students to activities/appointments when needed.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through trainings and workshops.

Skills

Augmentative communication

Time management

Organization and planning

Multitask

Communicate effectively

Operate AT equipment

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree / 60 college units / Paraprofessional certification

Job description

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind - ASDB in Phoenix is hiring an Instructional Assistant (Deaf/HH) for a 10-month, 40-hour work week on the Phoenix Campus. The role is permanent and requires a high school diploma with additional paraprofessional credentials or an associate degree.

Responsibilities include aiding the teacher with IEP goals, tutoring students, monitoring activities, transporting students, and maintaining student files.