Introduction
Join Our Team: Transform Lives as a Juvenile Services Educator.
The Department of Juvenile Services is searching for a passionate and compassionate education professional to join our team at our local government youth education facility Western Maryland Childrens Center. As an educator you will play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of youth by providing them with the guidance support and education they need to overcome obstacles and unlock their full potential. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our youth and contributing to the betterment of our community. This position offers the unique chance to transform lives while working in a supportive and missiondriven environment.Retired educators are highly encouraged to apply and bring their wealth of experience to this meaningful role.
This recruitment will be used to fill a Resource Teacher position at the Western Maryland Childrens Center.Candidates with secondary education Conditional Standard Professional Advance Professional Advance Professional 30 or Advance Professional 60 Certification in Secondary Education are welcome to apply.
Incentive:Locally employed educators may receive a leave balance transfer (subject to eligibility and verification of leave balance by the local employer).
Join us in making a difference where it matters most. Apply today to be part of a dedicated team focused on empowering the next generation.
GRADE
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LOCATION OF POSITION
Western Maryland Childrens Center
18420 Roxbury Rd.
Hagerstown MD 21740
Main Purpose of Job
This position provides instruction to students by planning and implementing instructional lessons using instructional strategies that meet the needs of all students. The incumbent will provide and maintain an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual physical social and emotional development of students. The incumbent will monitor and evaluate student performance develop and implement plans to improve student performance maintain required records and follow required procedures and practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.
Experience: None.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a MSDE Secondary Education Educator License.
** Please Note: Candidates who do not immediately meet this requirement may become eligible by applying for a Maryland Teaching license at
Apply for MSDE Certification.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. At least one year of teaching experience which may include internship experience.
2. At least two years of experience providing and maintaining an atmosphere and environment conducive to students intellectual physical social and emotional development.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Teachers employed in stateoperated school programs must obtain and maintain teaching certification in the State of Maryland as mandated by
Education Article Section 6101 of the Annotated Code and
Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2.
Candidates recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials as part of the hiring process.
For detailed information on certification requirements and the application process please contact:
Maryland State Board of Education
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore MD
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification are subject to
Substance Abuse Testingas outlined in
Code of Maryland Regulation (COMAR) 17.04.09 which addresses the testing for illegal drug use.
As part of the hiring process applicants must consent toState Police and Child Protective Services (CPS) investigations/background checks which are standard procedures for all employees working in State Juvenile Services facilities.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by theImmigration Reform and Control Act must be provided upon hire.
Additionally employment is contingent upon obtaining at least aConditional Maryland Teaching Certificate. If it is determined after hiring that the incumbent does not qualify for this certification or fails to obtain and maintain the appropriate Maryland Teaching Certificate employment will be terminated.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please ensure that your application includes comprehensive and detailed information demonstrating how you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All relevant information regarding your qualifications must be submitted by the specified closing date. Submissions received after the closing date will not be considered. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment for this position may include an evaluation of your education training experience and responses to the supplemental questions in relation to the positions requirements. It is essential to provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please avoid writing see resume as incomplete applications will not be considered.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Theonline application process is strongly encouraged. However if you are unable to apply online you may submit a paper application by mail or fax to the address or fax number provided below.
If submitting via mail or fax ensure that each page of your submission includes:
- Yourfirst and last name
- Therecruitment number(found at the top of this bulletin)
- Thelast four digits of your Social Security number
All paper applications must be received by5:00 PM (close of business)on the recruitments closing date.Postmarked applications will not be accepted.Applications submitted on incorrect forms will not be considered.
Submission Address:
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
Office of Human Resources
Attn: Crystal M. Wilson
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore MD 21202
Fax Number:
TTY Users:Call via Maryland Relay
For additional information regarding this recruitment please contact theDJS Office of Human Resourcesat. Be sure to include theRecruitment Title/Numberlisted at the top of the bulletin.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Teacher - Resource
