FACULTY MSD - Teacher (Contractual Position)

State of Maryland; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to providing a bilingual and enriching environment for Deaf students. This role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive educational program that meets the diverse needs of students. You'll be responsible for assessing students, creating lesson plans, and fostering a positive classroom atmosphere. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of Deaf students and contribute to their academic and social development. If you are passionate about education and committed to diversity, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Subsidized health benefits

Dental coverage

Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Life insurance

Leave benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; eligible for Maryland teaching certification.
• Fluency in American Sign Language and written English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and teach Deaf students, implementing state standards and developing IEPs.
• Create and maintain a conducive learning environment with effective lesson plans.

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 educating the children at MSD.

Location of Position

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

Main Purpose of Job

To develop and implement a bilingual educational program for Deaf students in a language-accessible environment and provide an enriched bicultural environment conducive to the social and emotional development of Deaf students. To provide a language-enriched environment through sign language and printed words to meet the varied needs of Deaf students.

Position Duties

1. Assess and teach Deaf students, including implementing Maryland’s state standards and developing IEPs.
2. Create and maintain a classroom conducive to learning.
3. Prepare and maintain weekly solid lesson plans based on student assessments and data, and teach lessons using best practices of bilingual pedagogy and differentiated instruction.
4. Design and create materials to facilitate student learning.
5. Collect data and follow individualized planning.
6. Develop IEPs and write quarterly progress reports; apply IEP accommodations and supplementary aids in teaching and assessments.
7. Maintain a grade book, portfolios, unit plans, daily attendance, and emergency lesson plans.
8. Utilize effective classroom management techniques 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 acquisition backgrounds is required.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

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

Special Requirements

• New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense.
• Candidates must 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 reflect the state's diversity.

Benefits

Contractual employees working 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and dependents, paying 25% of the premiums. The State of Maryland subsidizes the remaining 75%. Additional benefits include dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, for which employees are responsible for full premiums. Leave is granted at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year.

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, including college transcripts, must be submitted by the deadline, preferably uploaded. For inquiries, contact: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P.O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044; email: [e-mail]; phone: [phone]; TTY: Maryland Relay; fax: [phone]. Applicants from underserved and underrepresented groups, bilingual applicants, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity.