SY -26 Classroom Assistant - Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Position: SY 25-26 Classroom Assistant - Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Job Description

DISCLOSURE:
This position requires both a written and an oral exam for consideration. For internal candidates, please apply through the Employee Portal for consideration.

The starting salary for this position is $24,648 annually (or $16.91 an hour)

Job Summary

Assists special education classroom teachers assigned to programs for students with

disabilities, including impaired hearing. Assists teachers of deaf/hard of hearing support in

the implementation of instructional activities in school and community settings.

Essential Functions

• Uses basic American Sign Language, in a non-interpretive manner, to assist students in

the execution and completion of assigned tasks and to facilitate the educational process

for students with impaired hearing.

• Assists students in using instructional materials and equipment.

• Provides verbal and/or written feedback of observations to the teacher for the purpose of

evaluating students' progress and/or implementing IEP goals and objectives.

• Works with students individually and in groups to reinforce instructional objectives and

implement IEP goals and objectives.

• Records and reports appropriate data regarding academic, behavioral, and/or health

information and services provided to the student using the appropriate service log.

• Attends IEP meetings at the request of the principal, teacher and/or parent.

• Adapts activities, assignments and/or materials as directed by the teacher to allow

students performing at different levels and/or disabilities to participate in the instructional

program.

• Assists the teacher with the preparation and maintenance of instructional materials and

classroom displays.

• Guides and assists students in small group instruction setting with class routines and in

transitioning form one activity to the next.

• Guides students in developing positive, appropriate interpersonal relationships with peers

and adults.

• Supports students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing

appropriate social skills.

• Assists in the management and shaping of student behavioral techniques and/or positive

reinforcement strategies.

• Monitors and assists students in educational and community settings.

• Assists students with ambulation, positioning, turning, and/or mobility within the school

premises, class trips, and in the community.

• Assists students with the use of mobility and/or weight bearing equipment, such as leg

braces, walkers, standers, and tricycles.

• Assists students in accessing communication devices such as switches, pointers, feeders,

picture boards, and voice output devices, including ensuring that the equipment is hooked

up and functioning properly.

• Assists students with daily living skills, including feeding, grooming and dressing.

• Assists students with all aspects of toileting, which may include lifting on and off the toilet,

diapering and the use of changing tables and mats.

• Assists with student's tube feeding needs when required as instructed by the teacher

and/or school nurse.
• Administers First Aid and/or CPR whenever needed and/or required.

• Serves as a source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the

absence of the regularly-assigned teacher. Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of:
American Sign Language. o the growth, development and potential educational challenges of students with

impaired hearing and disabilities.

o the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) on a basic level

o the types of educational disabilities and special education programs as outlined in

the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) on a basic level.

• Demonstrated ability to:

o communicate with students using American Sign Language.

o use and understand American Sign Language on a basic level.

o illustrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students of varied

age groups, temperaments and abilities.

o behave and speak in a professional manner at all times.

o maintain a cooperative staff relationship with all personnel in the education setting.

o reading, writing and speaking English.

o operate standard office equipment (e.g. computer, printer, fax machine, copier)

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