FACULTY MSD - Drama Teacher (Contractual Position)

State of Maryland; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community dedicated to providing an exemplary education for Deaf students. This role focuses on developing a comprehensive Drama program that fosters creativity and collaboration among students from Kindergarten through Middle School. You will create an enriching environment using American Sign Language and help students gain confidence through the arts. As part of a forward-thinking institution, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of students while working in a supportive and diverse setting. If you are passionate about education and the arts, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Subsidized health benefits

Dental coverage option

Life insurance option

Accidental death and dismemberment insurance option

Leave accrual for hours worked

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; eligible for Maryland teaching certification.
• Fluency in ASL and knowledge of Deaf culture required.

Responsibilities

• Teach drama to K-8 students using ASL and Maryland standards.
• Plan and deliver engaging lesson plans and manage classroom activities.

Skills

Fluency in American Sign Language

Teaching skills

Knowledge of Deaf culture

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Education or Special Education

Job description

Introduction

Anticipated
openings for the 2025-2026 School Year.


Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse,
bilingual community who in partnership with families, provides 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,
Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Main Purpose of Job

To develop a comprehensive Drama program, in which students are introduced to individualized, developmentally appropriate instructional programs that allow them to gain confidence and engage in activities that promote creative and collaborative exploration. To provide a language enriched environment through the use of American Sign Language and printed word to meet the varied needs of Deaf students.

POSITION DUTIES

To
teach drama to Kindergarten through Middle School students using grade-level
Maryland College and Career Ready Standards and American Sign Language
Standards in addition to the ASL-English Bilingual Framework; assess and
instruct students using their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); plan,
prepare, and deliver lesson plans that facilitate active learning; maintain a
classroom conducive to learning; design and make materials for lessons; manage
student behavior and collect data; coordinate with teachers and other
professionals to provide literacy/drama activities; provide support to
classroom staff to insure appropriate integration of drama related skills to
language arts instruction; assist individual students with receptive and
expressive skills, as needed; assist with class, department and school wide
productions and presentations; follow school policies and procedures outlined
in the MSD Handbook; maintain professional training and certification; and
assume other responsibilities as designated by the Middle School Principal or
the Chief Educational Programs Officer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree
required.


Candidates must be eligible to apply for or be
willing to obtain certification by the Maryland State Department of Education
within a prescribed amount of time.�Fluency in American Sign Language and
written English required. �Knowledge of the Deaf culture, Deaf Education,
students with additional disabilities and ability to teach students on
different levels and with varying educational and language acquisition
backgrounds is required.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's
degree in Education or Special Education of Deaf students. Acting, directing,
or drama teaching experience desired.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject to a criminal background
investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1,
Sections 5-560-568)


Candidates will need to provide three letters of
recommendation with their application.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications
will be prescreened before candidates are invited to an interview.� As an
equal opportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 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. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.� If
online access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit
via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and
time.� Please include your name and recruitment number on any
documentation to ensure timely processing.� Resumes will NOT be accepted
in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional or
supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and
time.��A copy of your college
transcripts must accompany your application.� The preferred method to
receive transcripts and additional information is for�them to be uploaded.
Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the
following:


Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment
Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044


E-mail: [e-mail]


Phone: [phone], TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay


Fax:�410-696-3084


Individuals from traditionally underserved and
underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to
apply.� As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed
to�recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of
the State's diversity.��We thank our Veterans for their service to
our country, and encourage them to apply.