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 a caring and motivated Vision Aide/Driver to work with our blind/low vision students under the supervision of an Instructor for the Blind/Low Vision at USDB. This position is located in Provo and travel is required throughout the Provo School District and surrounding areas. Roles and Responsibilities: As a Vision Aide/Driver you will:

• Drive a car or passenger van for transportation of staff.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc.
• Detects and eliminates or minimizes safety hazards.
• Inspects vehicle for safety, fuel, oil and water before departure.
• 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 
• 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 aides, and devices.
• This a part-time position for nine (9) months (181) days each school year.  Work schedule Monday through Friday, thirty (30) hours per week.

Minimum Requirements: The ideal candidate for this position will possess:

• Practical knowledge of basic classroom techniques and organization.
• Techniques for assisting and providing effective support to classroom teachers.
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.
• Excited about working with students with disabilities.
• Positive in their dealings with teachers and other staff.
• Good listeners who follow directions well.
• Respected and trusted by students and parents.
• Willing to be flexible in work tasks and assignments.

Why You Should Join Our Agency As a Vision Aide/Driver you will enjoy a fun working environment will opportunities for growth. The Agency To learn more about the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, please click this link: www.usdb.org.