Teacher Aide

Position Type:

Student Support Services

Date Posted:

7/1/2025

Location:

Michigan School for the DeafTeacher Aide

Michigan School for the Deaf

This position is not a State of Michigan position; it is a Michigan School for the Deaf contracted position.

Description: Under close supervision and based on specific guidelines and lesson plans developed by teacher, provides direct instruction to students; assists teacher in maintaining an effective, comprehensive educational program to meet the needs of deaf/hard of hearing students; assists students with instructional needs individually and in small groups and tutors students in core subject areas; assists students with individual needs, including physical needs, daily living/functional training activities; obtains and/or prepares instructional materials/aids for students; maintains order and cleanliness in an educational environment; observes and completes documentation of student's progress; attend required job-related training and other staff development training programs; other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma.

Applicants must exhibit the ability to communicate in American Sign Language Proficiency Instrument (ASLPI) rating of 3+ or above.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

Experience as a paraprofessional

Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing or multi-disabled students

ASL proficiency at 3+ or above as measured by the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Strong ASL/English communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills. ?

Ability to write reports and correspondence consistent with the duties of this position. ?

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback. ?

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information. ?

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.

WORK HOURS:

Monday thru Thursday 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Fridays 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Educational environment with extensive interaction with students. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Driving may also be a requirement.

CERTIFICATION/TRAINING REQUIRED:

CPR/First Aide Training

CPI

Drug Testing

Fingerprint/Criminal Background

Additional Requirements and Information:

The Michigan Department of Education/Michigan School for the Deaf will not hire and employ individuals who have been convicted of a "listed offense" pursuant to the School Safety Legislation Acts (Public Acts 129, 130, 131 and 138 of 2005). The "listed offense" are defined in the Sex Offenders Registration Act (Section 2 of Public Act 295 of 1994). Fingerprint records are required prior to being hired.

HOW TO APPLY:

Michigan School for the Deaf website:

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.