What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Teacher Aide position at Pennsylvania School for the Deaf?
Reports to: Elementary and Middle School Principal
Employment Information: A Full-Time 10-month Bargaining Unit position.
Position Summary:
Provide a variety of direct and indirect services to the students. The aide may be assigned to a teacher or team of teachers on a long- term basis. Co-teach, tutor, story tell, prep materials and all other tasks assigned by the teachers towards the implementation of the educational program. Must have Intermediate American Sign Language Compentence. Middle School Aide does provide coverage forall middle school teachers as a sub.
Qualifications:
- At least a high school diploma. An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college/university is preferred
- Level 2 (or above) ASLPI rating sign competence preferred. Advanced sign competence preferred
- Some background or experience in an educational setting is preferred
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist teachers with the implementation of instructional plans
- Assist teachers with the development of instructional materials and creating and maintaining a constructive classroom environment
- Engage in professional development in order to meet Paraeducator standards
- Substitute for teacher(s) in the class/team during teacher absence, as needed
- Assist with supervision of students (e.g., on trips, at lunch etc.)
- Provide meaningful and interactive language experiences with students under the direction of the teacher
- Provide appropriate support to students in their growth and development (e.g., academic, social skills, etc.)
- Participate in team, cluster and school-wide meetings
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Physical Demands:
- Sitting, standing, walking, frequent bending, crouching, reaching, stooping
- Lifting and moving of lighter objects such as books, chairs, student desks
- Manual dexterity skills for using office equipment
- Ability to read and attend to computer screens for long periods of time
PSD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, PSD will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the human resources department.