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R-9272 Teacher Aide, High School Department Alabama School for the Deaf
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Position Number: 3154482
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Disability Services

R-9272 Teacher Aide, High School Department Alabama School for the Deaf

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

R- 9272 Reference # 31201305153

Posting Date: June 13, 2022

AIDB is sensitive to the needs of individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing and for qualified applicants and employees will make reasonable accommodations.

POSITION: Teacher Aide, High School Department

Alabama School for the Deaf

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located in Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Talladega, Tuscaloosa, Tuscumbia, Opelika and Decatur with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are blind and deaf

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organizations' most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day,

As a High School Teacher Aide for Alabama School for the Deaf (ASD) you will be responsible for working closely with teachers in a specialized classroom with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, and multi disabled. ASD is a committed to meet our students where they are. The right candidate for this job will have a passion for working with students and colleagues to ensure all students receive a world class education.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role in the lives of our students and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB and ASD. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, positive attitude, agility, and professional maturity.

BASIC QUALIFICATION:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a sign language proficiency evaluation of INTERMEDIATE upon employment.
Must provide documentation of sign language proficiency evaluation (SCPI available through AIDB).
Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working with deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
A sign language proficiency evaluation of INTERMEDIATE PLUS upon employment.

MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING:

Medication Training
Behavior Management recertification
CPR - every 2 years
Blood Borne Pathogens
Using an AED
Mandatory Reporting - DHR
Policy and Procedure Review
Erin's Law

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess computer skills necessary to assist teachers and students with classroom activities.
Applicants must be able to be insured by AIDB insurance carrier.
Must possess a sign language proficiency level of INTERMEDIATE according to the AIDB evaluation system upon employment.
INTERMEDIATE PLUS must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
Must complete and maintain Behavior Management training within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Must complete a Foundations in Deaf/Hard of Hearing E-Learning course within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Must be able to physically assist with the lifting and other needs of assigned wheelchair and/or physically disabled students.
Assist teachers and staff with individual student(s) as assigned.
Assist teachers and staff with reproducing materials, checking papers, recording grades, filing, typing, delivering, copying, laminating and performing other office duties as needed.
Carry out instructional duties under teacher direction as needed.
Work cooperatively as a team with other school personnel to best serve the student(s).
Deal with emergency situations in a calm and logical manner.
Use tact and friendliness with parents and all other non-staff personnel.
Transport and chaperone student(s) to, from, and while on field trips and other trips.
Attend departmental meetings, school-wide meetings, in-services, training sessions and workshops provided.
Perform lunch duty in office and cafeteria.
Perform bus duty as needed which involves supervision of students in the cafeteria and assisting with ensuring students get on the correct bus and medicines are distributed to the bus driver/aide.
Fill in for teacher(s), secretary, other department staff, etc. when needed.
Cover supervision of students in ISS (In School Suspension) and/or other locations as needed.
Assist with extracurricular activities, especially those assigned to the department.
Assist with Graduation, Baccalaureate, Awards Programs and other programs as assigned.
Sign at all times while on campus or at ASD sponsored events.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision insurance available-Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
Deferred compensation options available
Paid time off

SALARY: $13.88-$16.09 per hour Scale CI Rank 27 (High School/GED)

$14.47-$16.88 per hour Scale CI Rank 29 (30 semester hours) in related field

$15.47-$18.11 per hour Scale CI Rank 32 (60 Semester Hours only) in related field

187 Days

Direct deposit is required.

This is a non-exempt position, and is subject to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: June 27, 2022

This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=3073&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=14422&PageID=1469