FACULTY MSD - American Sign Language Teacher
FACULTY MSD - American Sign Language Teacher
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05-05-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 60544 - 124017
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
05-05-2025
Job Description
Introduction
MarylandSchool for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse bilingual community who in partnershipwith families provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturingengaging and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personalexcellence and become lifelong learners.
LOCATION OF POSITION
MSDColumbia Campus 8169 Old Montgomery Road Ellicott City MD 21043
Main Purpose of Job
Toteach American Sign Language (ASL) class (as a primary language not as asecond language) to deaf and hard of hearing preschool to Grade 8 students.
POSITION DUTIES
TeachASL to students to include understanding of ASL linguistics such as handshapegrammar and other parameters Deaf Culture Deaf History and ASL/DeafLiterature; implement K12 ASL Standards as a part of daily classroominstruction and schoolwide programming; develop and prepare lesson planscreate curriculum maps reports and keep records of student progress;ascertain learning needs of students and establish evaluation techniques forassessment of progress; collaborate with classroom teachers and ASL specialistsin development of IEP goals and objectives; provide leadership and expertise inthe area of ASL instruction; provide instruction in digital/media skillsrelevant to ASL instruction such as but not limited to digital cameras and tabletsincluding videotaping and videoediting software; coordinate schoolwideevents relevant to ASL/Deaf Culture and Deaf History and other school events;conduct schoolwide training on use of ASL Standards and alignment of ASLStandards with state standards; practice bilingual instructional strategies andconcepts with all students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelors degree in ASL instruction teacher certification or the ability to obtainsuch certification soon after hire is required.
Fluency in ASL and written English; knowledge ofthe Deaf Community and the ability to teach or work with students of differenteducational backgrounds and additional disabilities is required.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MastersDegree in ASL Education or equivalent; experience as a classroom teacher or ASLas a primary language (heritage language) teacher.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation attheir own expense. (Maryland Code Family Law Article 1 Sections5560568)
Candidates will need to provide three letters ofrecommendation with their application.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicationswill be prescreened before candidates are invited to an is given to applicants who already meet the Maryland StateDepartment of Educations designation of Highly Qualified teacher. As an equalopportunity employer MSD is committed to recruiting retaining and promotingemployees who are reflective of the States diversity.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. Ifonline access is not available or if you encounter difficulty you may submitvia mail email fax or deliver in person before the closing date andtime. Please include your name and recruitment number on anydocumentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be acceptedin lieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional orsupplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time.A copy of your college transcripts must accompany your application. The preferred method to receive transcripts and additional information is forthem to be uploaded.Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to thefollowing:
Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment DepartmentP. O. Box 894 Columbia MD 21044
Email:
Phone:TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Fax:
Individuals from traditionally underserved andunderrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicantsare encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Maryland iscommitted torecruiting retaining and promoting employees who arereflective of the States diversity. We thank our Veterans for their serviceto our country and encourage them to apply.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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