What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Aide Alabama School for the Blind position at Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB)?
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https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application
R-0149 Reference#311010551530
Posting Date: April 16,2025
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 Teacher Aide for Alabama School for the Blind (ASB) you will be responsible for working closely with teachers in a specialized classroom with students who are blind or visually impaired. ASB is 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 ASB. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, positive attitude, agility, and professional maturity.
- Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be able to physically assist students as required.
- Experience working with blind or visually impaired individuals.
- Knowledge of Braille
- Must obtain a National Library of Congress certified Braille Transcriptionist within the first 36 months of employment.
- Orientation and Mobility training required within twelve (12) months of hire.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.
- Medication Training
- Behavior Management certification
- CPR – every 2 years
- Blood Borne Pathogens
- Using an AED
- Mandatory Reporting – DHR
- Policy and Procedure Review
- Erin’s Law
- Jason Flatt Act
- Must possess computer skills necessary to assist teachers and students with classroom activities.
- 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 as needed.
- Perform bus duty as needed which involves supervision and assisting with ensuring students get on the correct bus and medicines are distributed to the bus driver/aide.
- Supervision of students in ISS (In School Suspension) and/or other locations as needed.
- Assist with extracurricular activities, especially those assigned to the department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Upon being offered employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB."
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance available ¢Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
- Deferred compensation options available
- Paid time off
Click Below to Apply:
https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application
Salary : $15 - $18
