After-School Program Teacher Aide

State of Maryland; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health benefits

Leave accrual after 120 days of work

Job summary

The State of Maryland is seeking an After School Program Teacher Aide for the Maryland School for the Deaf in Frederick. This role involves designing and implementing an engaging educational program, utilizing American Sign Language (ASL) for daily communication with students.

Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, fluency in ASL, and experience working with deaf and hard of hearing students. The position offers opportunities to support students' growth in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in ASL and written English required.
• Knowledge of students with additional disabilities preferred.
• Experience in working with deaf students is desired.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement the after school program.
• Communicate with students and parents effectively.
• Oversee activities, supervision, and safety of students.

Skills

Fluency in ASL

Written English

Knowledge of Deaf Community

Experience with deaf and hard of hearing students

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the 2024‑2025 School Year. Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community that partners with families to provide an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners. As such, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at MSD.

Location of Position

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

Main Purpose of Job

The After School Program Teacher Aide's responsibility is to design, plan, and implement a comprehensive, educational after school program to promote the physical, cognitive, mental, emotional, and social behavioral growth of Deaf students.

Position Duties

The After School Program (ASP) Teacher Aides use American Sign Language (ASL) as the primary means of communication with students to facilitate the learning process daily and must work with the students to ensure their needs are adequately met. They prep, help, plan, and implement daily activities. They are responsible for checking daily ASP attendance with the school secretary, parent notes, and ensuring students are picked up accordingly. Throughout ASP, they oversee activities, supervision, safety, and conflict intervention/resolution of all students involved. If a field trip is arranged, they are responsible to drive students there, supervise, and drive them back to school. At the end of each day, they are responsible for cleaning up After School Program area or other sites used before leaving work. When necessary, they are responsible to communicate with parents of After School Program students about upcoming activities or daily behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Fluency in ASL and written English required. Knowledge of Deaf Community preferred. Experience in working with deaf and hard of hearing students desired. Knowledge of students with additional disabilities and ability to teach students on different levels and with varying educational background required.

Special Requirements

• New hires subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense.
• Candidates must provide three letters of recommendation with their application.

Benefits

• Contractual employees working 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. You will pay 25% of the premiums, and the State will subsidize the remaining 75%.
• Additional coverage options—including dental, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance—may be elected, but you must pay the full premium.
• Leave may be granted to contractual employees who have worked 120 days in a 12‑month period. Leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the State's diversity. Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups, including Veterans, are encouraged to apply.