Physical Education Paraprofessional

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites applications for a K–12 Physical Education and Adaptive Physical Education Paraprofessional. This is a part-time, in-person position working at Salt Lake City and Springville campuses, 26.5 hours per week.

No teaching license or prior experience is required, and the role supports teachers by preparing materials, assisting with lessons, and tracking student progress while ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
• The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Or Be Eligible For

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Education and/or Adaptive Physical Education teacher with daily activities for deaf and hard-of-hearing, blind/low vision, and multiply disabled students.
• Prepare teaching materials and work with 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.
• Maintain accurate records and logs.
• Design and/or prepare training/instructional materials under the direction of the instructor.
• Collaborate with other team members to provide appropriate physical activities to meet student goals.

Skills

American Sign Language

Job description

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

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 a challenging and diverse employment opportunity with our school. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of K–12 Physical Education (PE) and Adaptive Physical Education (APE) Paraprofessional. This position will be working at the Salt Lake and Springville campuses, 26.5 hours a week. No license or prior experience necessary.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Education and/or Adaptive Physical Education teacher with daily activities for deaf and hard-of-hearing, blind/low vision, and multiply disabled students.
• Prepare teaching materials and work with 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.
• Maintain accurate records and logs.
• Design and/or prepare training/instructional materials under the direction of the instructor.
• Collaborate with other team members to provide appropriate physical activities to meet student goals.
• Travel between campuses is required with the following schedule: Monday - Springville: 9:00 - 3:00 Tuesday - Salt Lake City: 9:45-3:00 Wednesday - Springville: 9:00 - 3:00 Thursday - Salt Lake City: 9:45 - 3:00 Friday - Springville: 9:00 - 1:00
• Assist in implementing lesson plans and use a variety of activities for productive student learning experiences for a wide range of students’ needs.
• Set up and take down equipment for PE sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Or Be Eligible For

• American Sign Language skills are preferred, but not required.
• Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing and blind/low vision students is preferred.
• This position has strenuous physical requirements such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities and possible recurring lifting of students who may have limited mobility and/or personal special needs equipment, requiring the ability to lift and carry over fifty (50) pounds.

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 or 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.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.
• This is a part-time position for the 26-27 school year. Work schedule Monday through Friday.

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

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 , . 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

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EEO Statement

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