Early Childhood Division, Assistant Director

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $34.00 - $76.80 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Melanie Butters | melanieb@usdb.org | 801-629-4726 Application Deadline – 4/20/2026

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider a challenging and gratifying employment opportunity in the Early Childhood Division for the School for the Blind. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to join our team as an Assistant Director for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This position can be based out of Ogden or Salt Lake City, however, statewide travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

Principal Duties

Assistant Director job duties include:

• Provide support to the Director of the Early Childhood Division. Some overnight travel required.
• Attend Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings in the districts, traveling to various school locations as necessary throughout Utah, through Zoom and on USDB campuses.
• Run/manage IEP meetings in an administrative capacity with full authority to provide approval and commit USDB resources to IEP.
• Create and maintain program files and data as directed.
• Assist in compliance indicators for Utah Program Improvement Supports and Activities (UPIPS).
• Assist in teacher evaluations and educational service paraprofessional evaluations as requested.
• Assist in division innovations and practices.
• Attend collaboration and organizational meetings including State organizations (BabyWatch, El Consortium, etc.) for Part C and Part B functions as requested by the Director.
• Assist in blind specific personalized learning instruction, strategies, reporting and implementation in Part C and Part B.
• Assist with the expansion of a strong TSVI Mentoring Program. Serve as a member in Part C and Part B as needed.
• Attend and provide support to camps and activities for Part C and Part B when needed.
• Assist in annual report compilation, including student data and reporting statistics.
• Collect and analyze assessment and progress data as requested by the director.
• Assist in overseeing professional development for teachers and staff.
• Travel statewide may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate:

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• A Utah preschool special education license with a vision endorsement and will have experience in Part C and Part B services.
• Must possess a valid Utah School Leadership License Area of Concentration (or ability to obtain Utah licensure).
• Have an in-depth understanding of IDEA (Part B and Part C), LRBI, as well as a thorough understanding and implementation of State Codes as it affects USDB, Board Rules and the USBE Interagency Agreement agencies.
• Be skilled in time management.
• Experience in teaching students who are blind or have low vision.
• Have knowledge and expertise in utilizing a variety of technologies and innovations to improve student outcomes.
• Reflect professional and ethical behavior in all activities.
• Have excellent written communications and interactive skills to effectively deal with a variety of personnel, including with district staff, parents, teachers, and students.
• Preference may be given to those with a degree and experience in teaching students who are blind and visually impaired.
  
  

About The Role

Location –This position can be based out of Ogden or Salt Lake, however, statewide travel may be required.

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.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• 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.
  
  

The Agency To learn more about the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, please click here .

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.