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Form of workPosition: ASL Instructional Assistant Reports to: Building Administrator Position Start Date: March 20, 2024 6.25 hours per day - .78 FTE PURPOSEAssist a classroom teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in general educationand special education classroom environments by providing clarification of verbal instruction and expectationsusing American Sign Language; assist in the presentation and preparation of learning materials, lessons plans,instructional exercises in classroom and resource room environments; assist in the implementation of individualeducation plans (IEP) and Behavior Support Plan (BSP); perform clerical and supportive tasks for instructionalpersonnel.QualificationsTo perform successfully in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Responsibilities:1. Demonstrate a conversational fluency with American Sign Language (ASL)2.
Effectively assist hearing and deaf individuals in the communication process utilizing American SignLanguage (ASL) and combined communication strategies to provide access and clarification for students.3. Provide academic assistance under the direction of the Specialist and/or the classroom teacher.4. Assist the classroom teacher to provide instruction by reinforcing instruction using signing support andtotal communication (gestures, supported lip reading etc) when requested by the student or teacher.5.
Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce, or follow up on learning activities6. Help students to be self-reliant by advocating for their needs.7. Assist teachers with implementation of student's Individualized Education Program (I.E.P.) as directed.8.
Confer on a regular basis with a teacher in regard to activities, instructional goals and objectives, studentprogress and pertinent health or behavior problems9. Keep confidential all private conversations between and with the school staff and the student(s)concerning family or personal issues (except as needed to be reported to the educational team or exceptwhen required to share with the team)10. Provides students a safe and secure environment at all times.
This may include playground supervision,crosswalk duty, cafeteria duty and small group management11. Help students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults; promote safety of thestudents by helping them develop self-confidence and independence12. Comprehend and follow written and oral instructions and complete work within established timelines13.
Be flexible and able to work harmoniously with others14. Be able to communicate openly with all staff15. Maintain a calm mindset; work well under pressure/not get aggravated16.
Administor minor first aid17. Attend in-service and staff meetings as required18. Other duties as assigned ADA REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hearThe employee is frequently required to walk; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or climb stairs The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance and smellThe employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 50 pounds with assistanceSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision Demonstrate strength and dexterity to operate cleaning tools AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERSherwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA).
Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (503) 825-5000 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900.
