Impactful Deaf Education: High School Social Studies Teacher

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Special School District is seeking a High School Social Studies Teacher for the Louisiana School for the Deaf (LSD). This is an unclassified full-time, 9-month position with a 7.5-hour day schedule.

Qualified applicants will hold a Louisiana teaching certificate and have at least 2 years of teaching experience, preferably with LSD students. Certification in deaf education and Advanced Sign Language proficiency are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Louisiana teaching certificate.
• 2+ years of teaching experience, preferably with LSD students.
• Certification in deaf education preferred.
• Sign Language Proficiency-Advanced level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan rigorous lessons aligned to state standards and the school's curriculum.
• Utilize assessments to measure student learning and mastery.
• Know content deeply and drive mastery and engagement in lessons.
• Build a positive classroom culture with restorative approaches and strong relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student success across the district.

Skills

Sign Language Proficiency-Advanced

2+ years teaching experience

Education

Louisiana teaching certificate

Job description

The Louisiana Special School District is seeking a High School Social Studies Teacher for the Louisiana School for the Deaf (LSD). This is an unclassified full-time, 9-month position with a 7.5-hour day schedule.

Qualified applicants will hold a Louisiana teaching certificate and have at least 2 years of teaching experience, preferably with LSD students. Certification in deaf education and Advanced Sign Language proficiency are preferred but not required.