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Job Location drjobs

Augusta - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 51538 - 80000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Title: Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Science SDBF0048

State Role Title: Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range: $51538 - $80000

Pay Band:

Agency: VA School for the Deaf & Blind

Location:VA School for Deaf & Blind

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for Science to provide classroom instruction for students who are deaf hard of hearing blind visually impaired deafblind and other disabilities.

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is located in the historic vibrant city of Staunton Virginia. VSDB provides superior education for students who are deaf/hard of hearing blind/vision impaired deafblind and deaf or blind with other disabilities.
VSDB offers PreK-12 education with both residential and day student options.
VSDB believes that disabilities are challenges not barriers and supports each student in their goal to be independent and to reach their highest academic potential!
VSDB prepares students for life!

The VSDB offers:
$3500 Sign-on Bonus available!
Great comprehensive benefit package with sign-on bonus
Supportive and positive team setting
Small caseloads and ample resources
Small student-teacher ratio
School-Residential partnership that supports a 24/7 learning environment

This is a 10-month faculty position with state benefits including health insurance retirement life insurance and disability coverage.
The beginning date for this position is the beginning of our next school year in July 2024.
Responsibilities include:
* Curriculum/ Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) management and planning
Differentiated Instruction implementation
Classroom organization and management
Evaluation reporting and recordkeeping
Communication and professional/community relations
Participation in staff development
Development of Individualized Educational Programs (IEP)
Develop and implement lesson plans according to grade level Standards of Learning with appropriate accommodations
Monitor Student Progress through data collection
Modify instruction based on analysis of student data and performance
* Ability to design and implement appropriate instruction for children with hearing loss
* Knowledge of child growth and development and special needs of children with disabilities
* Ability to develop effective instructional strategies and methods and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
* Minimum proficiency level of Intermediate in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an Advanced level within three years of employment
* Ability to follow school policies and procedures and work using a team approach
* Knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning
* Ability to assess and document student progress according to best practices including but not limited to pre-test and post-test assessments and to use assessment data to guide instruction

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
* A minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
* Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia teaching license issued by the Board of Education with an endorsement in Special Education Deaf and Hard of Hearing PreK-12. The selected candidate will also be required to obtain an additional endorsement in the applicable content area(s) within established deadlines.
OR
* Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia Teaching License issued by the Board of Education endorsed in one of the Secondary Sciences Biology Chemistry Physics or Earth Science. The selected candidate will be required to take courses toward an endorsement in Special Education Deaf and Hard of Hearing PreK-12
*Current CPR and First Aid Certification required or must be obtained per school policies.
* Hold a valid Virginia Drivers License and submit for review by DMV.
*Minimum proficiency level of Intermediate in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an Advanced level within three years of employment

Additional Considerations

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in teaching in a classroom setting with special needs students who have sensory impairments is preferred.
* Ability to design and implement appropriate instruction for children with hearing loss
* Knowledge of child growth and development and special needs of children with disabilities
* Ability to develop effective instructional strategies and methods and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
* Ability to follow school policies and procedures and work using a team approach
* Knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning
* Ability to assess and document student progress according to best practices including but not limited to pre-test and post-test assessments and to use assessment data to guide instruction.
* Ability to read and write professional reports and use relevant information to develop IEPs
* Ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other school staff

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

For full consideration please submit college transcripts with application materials.
If selected as a finalist with VSDB candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police FBI); the Department of Social Services Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Application Requirements: Application and/or rsum for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginias Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and/or rsums will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or rsum.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or rsum.

VSDB is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VSDB values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting supporting and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

Name: Jody Beelendorf

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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Full-Time

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