Job Description

Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, USDB

FT / PT Status – Part-Time
Salary – $19.00 - $20.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Melanie Butters | melanieb@usdb.org | 385-460-8266
Application Deadline – 8/31/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider an enjoyable and gratifying employment opportunity with our agency. We are looking for four caring and motivated individuals to fill the position of Paraprofessional for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing working at the Jean Massieu School for the Deaf in Salt Lake.

The Paraprofessional assists a classroom instructor in working with deaf/hard of hearing students, who may have additional disabilities.

Roles and Responsibilities
As a Paraprofessional you will:

• prepare teaching materials and tutor individual students under the supervision of the instructor
• communicate the progress of the students to the instructor
• perform such duties as may relate to the motivation and achievement of students in academic and skills areas
• assist with behavior interventions under the direction of the instructor
• assist with routine daily activities, i.e. bus duty, recess, lunch, bathroom (may include diapering), etc.
• provide support in a classroom environment by working directly with teachers and students.
• maintain accurate records and logs.
• design and/or prepare training/instructional materials, teaching aids and devices.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
The ideal candidate will:

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
• American Sign Language (ASL) skills required for assignments in the ASL classrooms
• Techniques for assisting and providing effective support to classroom instructors.
• Practical skills in working effectively with students.
• Safe and timely response to special classroom situations.
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Communicate clearly and effectively.
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.
• Deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to drive a state vehicle is required.

Supplemental Information

• There are risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations, e.g., being subject to possible physical attack. (Risks are related to the possibility of working with students who are non-compliant, self-abusive, and/or aggressive.)
• These positions have strenuous physical requirements such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities and recurring lifting of students (some with limited mobility) and/or their personal needs equipment. Must be able to lift and carry over 50 pounds.
• Preference may be given to applicants with previous experience working with disabled children, MANDT training, and a valid Utah Driver License.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.
• These are part-time positions for 9 months, 181 days each school year. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 30 hours per week.

About the Role

Location –
1655 East 5300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84106
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AE - Employees of the State Board of Edu. This is a career service exempt at will position.

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information about the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, please click here

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.