SpEd Aide Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD)

Pasadena Independent School District; United States; Presencial; USD 19 000 - 25 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

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.

Qualificações

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

American Sign Language

Signing Exact English

Conceptually Accurate Signed English

Formação académica

High School diploma or GED

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

ASL Deaf Support Specialist certification preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

SpEd Aide Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD) JobID: 8315

• Date Posted:
  10/27/2026
  
• Location:
  Jessup Elementary School
  

Job Title: SpEd Aide Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD)

Duty Days: 185

Pay Grade: C03

Primary Purpose:

Assist the teacher of the deaf in providing high quality instruction for students who are deaf andhard of hearing in the general and special education settings.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• High School diploma or General Education degree (GED) required
• Associate's degree, completion of 48 college credit hours, or have met the forma academicassessment required by the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) required
• Associate of Applied Science Degree in American Sign Language: Deaf Support specialistor hold a certification in Deaf Support Specialist preferred

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Demonstrate knowledge of manual communication,e.g. American Sign Language, Signing Exact English, Conceptually Accurate Signed English, etc.

Major Responsibilitiesand Duties:

• Work directly with students to facilitate communication between students who are deaf and hard of hearing and others
• Work directly with students who are deaf and hard of hearing in reinforcing and monitoring skills previously introduced by the teacher of the deaf
• Consistently utilize the students' designated modes of communication (e.g. listening and spoken language, simultaneous communication, manual communication, or some other preferred mode) and classroom assistive listening technologies
• Collaborate with the teacher of the deaf regarding student progress on IEP goals and objectives through discussions and data collection
• Assemble materials, programs, and/or equipment for students in order to support the provision of high quality instruction
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning if needed
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, toileting, and personal hygiene if needed
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behaviorif needed
• Assist in supervising students throughoutthe school day, both inside and outside of the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, and playground
• Inform the teacher of the deaf of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Assist in inventory care, and maintenance of equipment
• Maintain integrity of student confidentiality
• Provide orientation and assistanceto substitute teachers as needed
• Participate in professional learning, faculty meetings, and special events as needed
• Comply with all Region 4 RDSPD, campus, and district policies
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

EquipmentUsed

Use wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, type and audiovisual

equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain

emotional control under stress

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Frequent standing, stooping, bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling; possible heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; exposure to

students who may display violent behavior