What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate - Deaf Education - Weeks Middle School position at Des Moines Public School District?
TITLE: Associate - Deaf Education
DEPARTMENT: Student and Family Services
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator, Deaf Education Coordinator
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Student Services Director
POSITION INVENTORY: B 21
POSITION TYPE: ASOC
FLSA Status: Non Exempt,
Full Time
190 Day Calendar
7.5 Hour Day
BASIC FUNCTION:
Assist teachers in the instruction, supervision and care of students who are deaf and hard of hearing. Works specifically with deaf and hard of hearing students. Exhibits and models fluent sign language skills and supports student success. Abides by guidelines established for teacher associates of the district. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the building assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assist classroom teacher with educational activities
2. Provide positive, clear sign language modeling during instructional activities
3. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of students’ Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
4. Follow behavior management plans for individual students or classroom, when applicable
5. Assist in implementing instructional programs and ensuring the use of American Sign Language and English is modeled to students at all times
6. Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment with teacher guidance
7. Perform personal care duties for students as needed, when needed
8. Assist in maintaining a safe and orderly instructional environment
9. Facilitate language and literacy development in both ASL and English
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
- High School Diploma, G.E.D, or HiSET.
- Para Educator Certification, CDA, or Associate Degree.
- Experience with working with deaf and hard of hearing children
- Fluent in American Sign Language
Desired:
- Successful work or volunteer experience with deaf population.
- Supervisory experience with school-aged children.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students
- Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
FREQUENCY:
Standing
Constant 67%
Walking
Constant 67%
Sitting
Occasional 1% - 32%
Bending/Stooping
Frequent 33% - 66%
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
Occasional 1% - 32%
Climbing/Stairs
Occasional 1% - 32%
Driving
Never 0%
Lifting (50 lbs.)
Occasional 1% - 32%
Carrying (25 feet)
Occasional 1% - 32%
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
Occasional 1% - 32%
Computer
Occasional 1% - 32%
Other
Occasional 1% - 32%
Working Conditions
Inside
Constant 67%
Outside
Occasional 1% - 32%
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity
Occasional 1% - 32%
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved by: Emily Behrens Date: 9/18/2024
