What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education School Paraprofessional position at Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf?
POSITION TITLE: One-on-One Teacher Aide (Mon-Thurs. 6:45 AM-3:30 PM; Fri. 6:45 AM-2:00 PM)
REPORTS TO: Principal
LOCATION: Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 E Swissvale Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
POSITION OPENING: ASAP
JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, non-exempt, 187-day (10 month) position. Responsibilities include working with the teaching staff to assist in carrying out educational program for the student. Assists with teaching and reinforcing of living skills, reinforces behavior programs and plans may be in place for the student, assists with transporting the student from place to place when needed, acts as an assistant to the teacher in helping to reinforce any academic, social, emotional, or behavioral goals on the IEP, assists in maintaining data for student programming purposes, bathroom and hygiene assistance and any other duties as requested by the teacher or principal.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least an Associate’s degree with general training or experience in child development and/or experience working with deaf children is preferable. The individual must be familiar with needs of deaf students. Some experience in the area of deafness is preferred. The ability to lift and carry students as necessary.
SIGNING REQUIREMENTS: The Sign Language Proficiency Interview for the position is “Advanced.” The minimum level accepted at hire is “Intermediate.”
CLEARANCES REQUIRED: PA Criminal Background, PA Child Abuse, and FBI Clearance required.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: employment@wpsd.org
It is the policy of the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf not to discriminate in is programs, education, employment and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, gender identification or sexual orientation. Any complaints of discrimination should be directed to the Director of Human Resources. Programs of the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Pay: $22.83 - $27.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to learn American Sign Language for this role? What is your current knowledge of ASL and Deaf Culture?
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- American Sign Language (Preferred)
Location:
- Pittsburgh, PA 15218 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pittsburgh, PA 15218 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $28