Employment Posting at the American School for the Deaf

The American School for the Deaf
Announces Openings For:

Job Title:

PACES-Teacher Aide #133

Closing Date:	Until filled
Rev:	05/12/08
Post:	05/12/08

Full-Time; PACES program

Scope of Duties:

Under the supervision of the Director of the PACES Program, provides direct and indirect services to deaf and deaf children with special needs. May be assigned to a specific child or classroom teacher.

Primary Duties:

Assists classroom teacher with development and implementation of daily instructional, supervisory, behavior and physical management activities.
Supervises students during lunch.
Tutors individual and small groups of students.
Prepares learning activities, makes materials, evaluates student learning performance, assists in IEP development.
May serve as a substitute teacher, may assist with routine medication or medical assistance on field trips or during school time, recess, lunch duties.
Helps meet, dismiss students, may help with lunch supervision, physical assistance to include guiding and lifting.
Assist with behavior management by supporting and assisting in implementation of student behavior plans.
Prepares periodic reports, helps with copying, mailing instructional materials, bulletin boards.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants must possess a High School Diploma, at least two years of college preferred. Four years of college or BA, a plus. Applicants should have prior experience in working with emotionally/behaviorally-disordered children and youth in a classroom and/or residential setting. Knowledge of behavior management techniques is preferred. CPI/CPR Training/Certification required for this DCF Licensed residential program. CEASD Dormitory Counselor Certificate is required no later than twelve (12) months after initial hire, or twenty four (24) months for applicants with HS diploma only. Good judgment, dependability. Ability to write reports, work as a team member, communicate with parents and other staff. SCPI level of Intermediate Plus required within fourteen (14) months of initial hire.

Salary & Benefits:

Compensation is specified by union contract.
Retirement, group health insurance, and other fringe benefits are available.

How to Apply:

Send resume and letter of application to:

Human Resources
American School for the Deaf
139 North Main Street
West Hartford, CT 06107-1269
FAX (860) 570-1832

The American School for the Deaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/V/H/D.
All applicants will be screened and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to
interview.