English Language Learner (ELL) SDBF0022

Title: English Language Learner (ELL) SDBF0022

State Role Title:Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range: $53133 - $80000

Pay Band: 4

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 an English Language Learner (ELL) to serve as a member of the instructional team with specific duties to provide classroom instruction for students with blindness visual impairments and other disabilities.

The English Language Learner is to provide quality educational services to preschool and K-12 students of the Commonwealth with deafness blindness and sensory-impaired multiple 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
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 2026.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree from a regionally accredited college or university. A masters degree is preferred.

Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia teaching license issued by the Board of Education with an endorsement in English as a Second Language (ESL) 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 the DMV.

Knowledge of child growth and development including the unique educational and developmental needs of children with disabilities.

Knowledge of English Learner (EL) instructional principles practices procedures and assessment systems including WIDA and ACCESS.

Knowledge of special education processes and Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and implementation.

Knowledge of instructional technology and assistive technology used to enhance communication accessibility and learning.

Ability to design implement and differentiate instruction for students ages 222 with diverse learning needs including students who are deaf hard of hearing deafblind blind visually impaired and English Learners.

Ability to assess document and monitor student progress using a variety of assessment measures and data-driven practices to inform instructional decision-making.

Ability to collaborate effectively with general education teachers related service providers administrators and families to support student achievement and ensure implementation of best practices.

Ability to establish and maintain positive learning environments and appropriate standards of student behavior.

Ability to communicate effectively through written English including the preparation and presentation of reports and other professional documentation.

Ability to plan and deliver professional development and training related to instructional practices and student support services.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students families staff and community partners while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Ability to participate in school-related activities meetings and events occurring during or outside regular school hours as required.

Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Advanced level as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) or the ability to attain the required proficiency level within three years of employment.

Ability to consistently follow school division policies procedures and professional standards.

Additional Considerations

Prefer experience in teaching in a classroom setting with special needs students who have sensory impairments

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé 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 résumé 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 résumés 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 résumé.

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 résumé.

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.