Teacher Assistant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. This role involves providing crucial support to students and staff in a specialized program, ensuring effective communication and learning experiences. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Paraprofessional Educator’s License and have experience working with students with hearing loss. Flexibility and the ability to transition quickly between classrooms are essential. Join this dynamic educational environment and make a significant impact on the lives of students while fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Paraprofessional Educator’s License with Stipulations Endorsement.
• Experience working with students with hearing loss is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for students and staff in the HILIA Program.
• Assist in communication and learning for students with hearing loss.

Skills

Signing and/or interpreting

Working with students with hearing loss

Listening, language, and speech development

Using equipment to facilitate hearing

Flexibility with work assignments

Education

Paraprofessional Educator’s License

Job description

Teacher Assistant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: HILIA

Job Summary

The Teaching Assistant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provides support for students and staff in the HILIA Program at Thomas Metcalf School.

This position is subject to academic break layoff, mid-May through mid-August.

• Possession of a valid Paraprofessional Educator’s License with Stipulations Endorsement as required by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skill in signing and/or interpreting and ability to model appropriate use of language and speech when communicating.
• Experience working with students with hearing loss.
• Knowledge of listening, language, and speech development.
• Experience working with equipment to facilitate hearing.
• Willingness to be flexible with work assignments and schedule
• Ability to transition quickly between classrooms throughout the building in a timely manner.

Work Hours

7:30am-3:30pm Monday through Friday

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform occasional lifting of 50-150 pounds.
• Must have good reflexes.
• Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
• Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

August 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Optional Applicant Documents

Paraprofessional Educator’s License with Stipulations Endorsement
Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

A copy of your valid Paraprofessional Educator’s License must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. This copy can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Copy of PEL and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Fax: [phone], Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois.

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone] . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at [phone] .

About the company

Illinois State University is a public university in Normal, Illinois, United States.