American Sign Language Teacher

Lionsgate Academy; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lionsgate Academy in Minnetonka, MN seeks an ASL Teacher to support instruction for grades 7–12. The role involves developing lesson plans, delivering group and individual instruction, and collaborating with staff to address student progress and accommodations as outlined by IEPs.

Candidates must hold a Minnesota teaching license and are expected to maintain records, communicate with families, and participate in professional growth activities. The position is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota teaching license required.
• Experience with K-12 or secondary education beneficial.
• Ability to modify instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans for grades 7–12 aligned with standards.
• Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with staff to address student progress.
• Implement accommodations and modifications for diverse learners.
• Maintain accurate student records and communicate with families.
• Participate in professional development and school committees.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Team collaboration

Family communication

Classroom management

IEP collaboration

Education

Minnesota Teaching License

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Minnetonka - Minnetonka, MN 55343Salary Range: $37,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary

POSITION PURPOSE:

The ASL Teacher is responsible for providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This position may teach another elective class within the licensure scope as assigned by the Principal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop lesson plans for grades 7 through grades 12 that ensure the attainment of state/district and/or national learning standards and the additional learning standards set forth in the charter, support individual learning plans, and multiple learning styles
• Attend Individual Education Plan Team meetings with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop, designed, and promote students’ educational, physical, and social development
• Work with other staff members in implementing accommodations and modifications
• Engage in effective and appropriate classroom management by providing an inviting, exciting, innovative, and challenging learning environment
• Involve families in the education process
• Maintain positive, professional relationships and use appropriate verbal, nonverbal and written communication with all individuals.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare reports on students as required by law, policies, and administrative regulations
• Maintain digital course outlines and other documents as requested by the Principal/Curriculum Coordinator
• Participates in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, coursework, trainings, committees, etc.
• Regular, prompt attendance.

OTHER POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with a team on developing, re-examining, revising and implementing an integrated and differentiated curriculum with integrated projects and use of universal language
• Complete IEP reporting forms and other student forms in a timely manner
• Work on committees and participate in the governance and development of the school
• Explores, disseminates and applies knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Experience in differentiation, using creative teaching techniques from project–to direct-instruction in developing personalized learning plans for each student
• Entrepreneurial, innovative and flexible traits that will thrive in a new learning environment
• Experienced in the instruction of students with varied learning styles and levels of mastery
• Demonstrated ability to work well with families
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Willingness to be held accountable for student results
• Ability to evaluate tests and measurements of achievement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a valid Minnesota Teaching License in the appropriate licensure area through Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB)
• Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete required job tasks

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• If not currently or appropriately licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive an Out of Field Permission or Tier 1 or Tier 2 Teaching License
• Classroom teaching and teaming experience with special education and regular education service teams
• Experience and/or expertise with students on the Autism spectrum

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

MENTAL DEMANDS

The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret dataor regulations. Ability to write reports and professional correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, co-workers, families, and students.