Substitute Deaf Mentor

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Job Stability

Career Growth

Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

The State of Utah is seeking a part-time Substitute Deaf Mentor to provide essential support to families with deaf/hard of hearing children in Salt Lake City and St. George. The role requires advanced American Sign Language skills and a deep understanding of Deaf culture. Responsibilities include providing home-based services, conducting weekly visits, and helping families engage with the deaf community. The position offers job stability and meaningful work within a committed organization.

Qualifications

• Must be deaf or hard of hearing.
• Deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide home‑based services to families with deaf/hard‑of‑hearing children.
• Perform weekly home visits to children and families, and model activities for parents.
• Help families access deaf community activities and events.

Skills

Advanced American Sign Language (ASL) skills

Knowledge of Deaf culture

Communication skills

Sensitivity and professionalism

Job description

FT / PT Status – Part-Time Salary – $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On‑Site Recruiter – Melanie Butters | [e-mail] | 801‑629‑4726 Application Deadline – Open Until Filled

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider an enjoyable and gratifying employment opportunity with our School. We are looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and innovative Substitute Deaf Mentor with the Parent Infant Program for the Deaf/Hard‑of‑Hearing. We are recruiting for two positions in Salt Lake City and St. George.

Responsibilities

• Provide home‑based services to families with deaf/hard‑of‑hearing children, age birth to three years, in the areas of American Sign Language (ASL) and deaf culture.
• Prepare to share experiences and answer families’ questions about Deafhood.
• Perform weekly home visits to children and families, following the curriculum provided, and model for parents the activities to be worked on with children during the week.
• Help families access deaf community activities and events.
• Respect and affirm the diversity of the deaf community within discussions with parents.

Qualifications

• Must be deaf or hard of hearing.
• Must have advanced American Sign Language (ASL) skills.
• Must have knowledge of Deaf culture.
• Deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly and effectively.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.

About the Role

Location: Salt Lake City and St. George.
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.

Benefits

• 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.

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 (801) 957‑9390.