Bilingual Deaf Education Teacher (ASL-English)

Maryland School for the Deaf; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits subsidy

Paid leave

Job summary

Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) seeks educators to develop and implement a bilingual program for Deaf students, leveraging sign language and printed word to meet diverse learning needs. The position emphasizes an enriched bicultural environment and supports social-emotional growth.

Qualified candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree, be eligible for Maryland certification, and demonstrate fluency in ASL and written English; a Master’s degree is preferred. Background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and eligibility for Maryland certification.
• Fluency in American Sign Language and written English required.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture and Deaf Education.
• Ability to teach students at varying levels and language acquisition backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assess and teach Deaf students using Maryland state standards and IEPs.
• Develop weekly lesson plans based on assessments and data; apply bilingual pedagogy.
• Design materials to facilitate student learning.
• Collect data and follow individualized planning.
• Develop IEPs and write quarterly progress reports with accommodations.
• Maintain grade books, portfolios, and attendance records.
• Model classroom management and promote self-control.

Skills

ASL fluency

Written English

Bilingual education

Education

Bachelor's degree

MD certification eligibility

Master's degree in Education

Job description

Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) seeks educators to develop and implement a bilingual program for Deaf students, leveraging sign language and printed word to meet diverse learning needs. The position emphasizes an enriched bicultural environment and supports social-emotional growth.

Qualified candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree, be eligible for Maryland certification, and demonstrate fluency in ASL and written English; a Master’s degree is preferred. Background checks apply.