R-0274 Teacher Aide Alabama School for the Deaf

R-0274 Reference#31201055153

Posting Date: August 26, 2025

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position: Teacher Aide

Alabama School for the Deaf

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organizations’ most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day,

As an Elementary School Teacher Aide for Alabama School for the Deaf (ASD) you will be responsible for working closely with teachers in a specialized classroom with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, and multi-disabled. ASD is committed to meeting our students where they are. The right candidate for this job will have a passion for working with students and colleagues to ensure all students receive a world-class education.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role in the lives of our students and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB and ASD. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, a positive attitude, agility, and professional maturity.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

· High school diploma or GED.

· Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to be insured by AIDB carrier

· Must possess assign language proficiency level of according to the AIDB evaluation system.

· Must provide documentation of sign language proficiency evaluation (SCPI available through AIDB).

· Upon being offered employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB."

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

· A sign language proficiency evaluation of INTERMEDIATE upon employment.

MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING:

• Medication Training
• Behavior Management certification
• CPR – every 2 years
• Blood Borne Pathogens
• Using an AED
• Mandatory Reporting – DHR
• Policy and Procedure Review
• Erin’s Law
• Jason Flatt Act

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

· Must possess computer skills necessary to assist teachers and students with classroom activities.

· Must be able to be insured by AIDB insurance carriers.

· must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.

· Must complete and maintain Behavior Management training within the first twelve (12) months of employment.

· Must complete a Foundations in Deaf/Hard of Hearing E-Learning course within the first twelve (12) months of employment.

· Must be able to physically assist with the lifting and other needs of assigned wheelchair and/or physically disabled students.

· Assist teachers and staff with individual student(s) as assigned.

· Assist teachers and staff with reproducing materials, checking papers, recording grades, filing, typing, delivering, copying, laminating and performing other office duties as needed.

· Carry out instructional duties under teacher direction as needed.

· Work cooperatively as a team with other school personnel to best serve the student(s).

· Deal with emergency situations in a calm and logical manner.

· Display professional conduct towards parents and all other non-staff personnel.

· Transport and chaperone student(s) to, from, and while on field trips and other school sponsored events.

· Attend departmental meetings, school-wide meetings, in-services, training sessions and workshops provided.

· Perform lunch duty in the office and cafeteria as assigned.

· Perform bus duty as needed which involves supervision of students in the cafeteria and assisting with ensuring students get on the correct bus and medicines are distributed to the bus driver/aide.

• Fill in for teacher(s), secretary, other department staff, etc. when needed.
• Cover supervision of students in ISS (In School Suspension) and/or other locations as needed.
• Assist with extracurricular activities, especially those assigned to the department.
• Assist with Graduation, Baccalaureate, Awards Programs and other programs as assigned.

• Teacher Aides are assigned to a specific department; however, assignments may be adjusted or reassigned by school administration based on the needs of the school.

• Work one-on-one with students as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available- Teachers Retirement System (TRS)

• Deferred compensation options available

• Paid time off

• Onsite Daycare

SALARY: $15.32- $17.75 per hour Scale CI Rank 27 (High School/GED)

$16.13-$18.82 per hour Scale CI Rank 29 (30 semester hours) in related field

$17.40-$20.37 per hour Scale CI Rank 32 (60 Semester Hours only) in related field

187 Days

Direct deposit is required.

This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: September 9,2025

This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.32 - $20.37 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18