Deaf Support Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Summary:
The Paraprofessional, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, will assist the Deaf/Hard of Hearing teacher with students in the classroom, assisting in the care and management of students. The Paraprofessional, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, will be responsible for material preparation and clerical tasks. The Paraprofessional, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, will work under the supervision of member(s) of the instructional or administrative staff, directly reporting to the Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH) teacher and Lead Interpreter as needed. In specific cases, the Paraprofessional, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, may be assigned to work with a student on a 1:1 basis within a classroom outside of the D/HH environment.
DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district's vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
Responsibilities:
• Demonstrates a firm command of American Sign Language/Signed English and can converse and explain directions, social interactions, and safety commands if assigned to a Total Communication classroom.
• Aids in monitoring and maintenance of audio equipment and assistive technology, including, but not limited to, hearing aids, cochlear implants, boots, FM systems. Conducts hearing aid checks and may assist with replacement of batteries. Reports any incidental observations to instructor (e.g., student turns equipment off, refuses to wear it, complains about equipment function/feel, carelessness in handling, loss, or damage).
• Assists specific students in a 1:1 capacity as age or exceptionalities require.
• Demonstrates understanding and use of students' Individual Educational Plan (IEP) accommodations.
• Assists teachers in classroom preparation. Assembles/maintains classroom displays. Prepares/assists in development of instructional materials geared toward deaf/hard of hearing students. Develops learning aids or guided activities such as picture vocabulary, science specimens, and library tools. Copy materials, laminate items, etc.
• Operates and stores audio/visual equipment and other instructional systems.
• Assists in completion of forms, schedules, check charts, other data as required.
• Aids teacher in supervision of learning activities and reinforces skills introduced by teacher.
• Carries out routine practice exercises assigned by the teacher, under direction/supervision of teacher.
• Circulates the classroom during instructional time or independent activity; provides support as needed.
• Assists the teacher in checking/marking classwork and tests.
• Supervises students while on school campus, including duties as assigned by administration/classroom teacher/DHH supervisors to ensure student safety and appropriate behavior.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district
Other information:
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Attendance & Punctuality: Schedules time off in advance. Begins working on time. Keeps absences within guidelines. Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.
The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.
Experience: Previous work with deaf/hard of hearing preferred.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: None.
Language Skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals.
Mathematical Skills: Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Computes rate, ratio, and percent and draws and interprets bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability: Applies common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deals with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, and keyboarding.
Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds.
Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant; overhead.
Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 4, loud.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must be fluent in English and the appropriate heritage language (specifically American Sign Language), demonstrating mastery in reading/writing skills as well.
All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.
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Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility.
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