School for the Deaf - Associate Teacher (Academic Year) #60010625

Job Responsibilities

• Instruction:
  Assists the classroom teacher with necessary recordkeeping, data collection, preparation of behavior/progress reports, and daily communications;
  Communicates effectively with students in developing language, conceptual and behavioral skills using a variety of methods based on each student's individual ability. Teaches one-on-one with the student or in a small group instructional setting under the direction of the classroom teacher;
  Assists teacher with monitoring daily schedules, supervision of students during lunch and on field trips, as well as, during trips to the health center.
• Planning and Management:
  Assists the classroom teacher with the implementation of the IEP for each students served as assigned by the teacher;
  Assists the classroom teacher with the mechanics of classroom management on a daily basis, including the preparation of class materials, managing student behavior by use of the student Code of Conduct and/or individual behavior programs;
  Assists with student self-care needs (lifting as needed);
  Provides supervision of students served according to student competency rules and regulations of SCSDB;
  Promotes and encourages proper behavior and conduct for each student;
  Assists students with loading and unloading from buses and cars in the morning and afternoon.
• Professionalism:
  Meets district and school deadlines established for task completion;
  Supports teacher communication with parents/guardians/dorm;
  Participates in professional development opportunities;
  Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills and collaborates effectively with other staff members;
  Adheres to district guidelines for staff attendance and follows board-approved policies and procedures;
  Contributes to the overall success of the school and shares its commitment to the education of individuals with sensory differences;
  Maintains confidentiality of student information and records in accordance with SCSDB, State, and/or Federal laws/regualtions.

A high school diploma and experience in administration, education, or child care working with children in educational setting and/or behavior management program. Experience working with children in an educational setting and/or behavior management program, preferably with deaf/hard of hearing children. This position may require communication modalities dependent upon employment placement.

If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (e.i. copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcript) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (e.i. nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driving certification).