Paraprofessional for the Blind/Visually Impaired, USDB

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) is seeking a Paraprofessional to support blind/low‑vision students under an Instructor for the Blind/Low Vision. Located in Salt Lake City, this on‑site, part‑time role runs nine months per school year.

You will prepare materials, assist with lessons, monitor progress, and support behavior management and daily routines for students with disabilities. This position requires flexibility and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to work with students with disabilities and to be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare teaching materials and tutor individual students under the supervision of the instructor.
• Communicate the progress of the students to the instructor.
• Perform duties related to motivation and achievement of students in academics and skills areas.
• Assist with behavior interventions under the direction of the instructor.
• Assist with routine daily activities (bus duty, recess, lunch, bathroom).
• Provide classroom support by working with teachers and students.
• Maintain accurate records and logs.
• Design and prepare training materials, teaching aids and devices.

Skills

Classroom support

Guided instruction

Follow instructions

Record keeping

Disability support

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

Paraprofessional for the Blind/Visually Impaired, USDB

FT / PT Status - Part-Time
Benefits Eligibility-This position is not eligible for benefits.
Salary - $19.00 - $ Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-Site

Key Responsibilities

TheUtah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind(USDB) invites you to consider an enjoyable andgratifying employment opportunity with our school. We are looking for a caring and motivated Paraprofessional to work with our blind/low vision students under the supervision of an Instructor for the Blind/Low Vision at USDB. This position is located in Salt Lake City.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare teaching materials and tutor individual students under the supervision of the instructor
• Communicate the progress of the students to the instructor
• Perform such duties as may relate to the motivation and achievement of students in academic and skills areas
• Assist with behavior interventions under the direction of the instructor
• Assist with routine daily activities, i.e. bus duty, recess, lunch, bathroom (may include diapering), etc.
• Provides support in a classroom environment by working directly with teachers and students.
• Maintains accurate records and logs.
• Designs and/or prepares training/instructional materials, teaching aids and devices.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements The ideal candidate for this position will possess:

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization
• Techniques for assisting and providing effective support to classroom teachers
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form;
• Excited about working with students with disabilities.
• Positive in their dealings with teachers and other staff.
• Good listeners who follow directions well.
• Respected and trusted by students and parents.
• Willing to be flexible in work tasks and assignments.

Supplemental Information

• There are risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations, e.g. being subject to possible physical attack. Risks are related to the possibility of working with students who are non-compliant, self-abusive, and/or aggressive.
• This position has strenuous physical requirements such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities and recurring lifting of students with limited mobility and/or their personal needs equipment. Must be able to lift and carry over 50 pounds.
• This is a part-time position for nine (9) months (181 days) each school year. Work schedule Monday through Friday.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check contingent upon employment.

About the Role

Location -
1655 East 5300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84106
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

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].