Substitute Early Learning Instructional Assistant Deaf/HH (Preschool) 3599 - Tucson

Arizona State School for the Deaf and the Blind

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.  The  job details for Substitute Early Learning IA are as follows:  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Individual positions may be responsible for some or all of the listed duties and/or other related duties
• Assist the Teacher in the implementation of instructional objectives, behavioral strategies, and IEP (Individual Education Plan) goals
• Under the guidance of the Teacher, tutor students in a variety of activities (academic subjects, daily life/social skills, etc.) in both individual and group settings.
• Monitor students in the use and care of equipment to prevent injuries
• Observe, record, and maintain student files per Federal, State, and Agency policies
• Provide Assistance in lifting and caring for students, which may include toileting, feeding, and hygiene
• Transport students to and from activities/appointments when necessary
• Continue professional growth through training sessions/workshops

 
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Policies, procedures, and programs of the immediate work unit
• Principles and practices of administration and management
• Agency or program rules, regulations, and operating procedures
• Instructional methods and learning strategies
• Behavior management techniques
• Computer programs/software and office equipment relevant to position

SKILLED IN:

• Monitoring/assessing performance
• Augmentative communication
• Time management
• Organization and planning

 ABILITY TO:

• Communicate information and ideas effectively so that others will understand
• Multitask
• Work with minimal supervision
• Operate AT equipment
• Reach, stoop, bend, and lift
• Operate office equipment

 
SPECIAL CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass FBI and State background checks
• Defensive Driver Training program to be completed by all agency personnel who drive on State business
• High School Diploma
• Associate's Degree OR completion of 60 units of college coursework OR a valid Paraprofessional certification
• Current Arizona Driver's License
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention Training certifications or ability to obtain within the required timeline.
• ASL (American Sign Language) skills if working with students/staff who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Braille skills if working with students who are blind/visually impaired.