FACULTY MSD - Teacher (Contractual Position)

State of Maryland; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in providing an exemplary education for Deaf students. The role involves developing bilingual educational programs that foster social and emotional growth, ensuring an equitable learning environment. Candidates will assess and teach students, implement state standards, and create lesson plans tailored to individual needs. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of students while working within a supportive and diverse community. If you're passionate about education and eager to contribute to a meaningful cause, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Subsidized health benefits

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Paid leave

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement bilingual educational programs for Deaf students.
• Create and maintain lesson plans and classroom conducive to learning.

Skills

Fluency in American Sign Language

Knowledge of Deaf culture

Differentiated instruction

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 that, 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. We are looking for dedicated individuals to 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 and implement a bilingual educational program for Deaf students in a language-accessible environment, as well as provide an enriched bicultural environment conducive to the social and emotional growth of Deaf students. To provide a language-enriched environment through sign language and printed word to meet the varied needs of Deaf students.

Position Duties

• Assess and teach Deaf students, including the implementation of Maryland’s state standards and the development of IEPs.
• Create and maintain a classroom conducive to learning.
• Prepare and maintain weekly lesson plans based on student assessments and data, teaching using bilingual pedagogy and differentiated instruction.
• Design and create materials to facilitate student learning.
• Collect data and follow individualized planning.
• Develop IEPs and write quarterly progress reports; apply IEP accommodations and supplementary aids in teaching and assessments.
• Maintain a grade book, portfolios, unit plans, daily attendance, and emergency lesson plans.
• Utilize effective classroom management to promote optimal learning, including managing student behavior, modeling appropriate behavior, and promoting self-control.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 timeframe.
• Fluency in American Sign Language and written English required.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture, Deaf Education, students with additional disabilities, and the ability to teach students at different levels with varying educational and language backgrounds.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or Special Education for Deaf students.
• Maryland State Department of Education Certification.

Special Requirements

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

Selection Process

Applications will be prescreened before candidates are invited to an interview. MSD is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Contractual employees working 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for subsidized health benefits, paying 25% of premiums. Other benefits include dental, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance, with employees responsible for full premiums for these. Leave is granted at a rate of one hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours annually.

Further Instructions

The online application process is strongly preferred. If unavailable, applications can be submitted via mail, email, fax, or in person before the deadline. Include your name and recruitment number on all documentation. Resumes alone are not accepted; additional information must be submitted by the deadline, including college transcripts (preferably uploaded). For inquiries, contact:

• Mail: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P.O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]
• TTY: Maryland Relay
• Fax: [phone]

Individuals from underserved and underrepresented groups, bilingual applicants, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.