Special Education Teacher

St. Mary's School for the Deaf; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's School for the Deaf in Buffalo, NY seeks a qualified educator to teach using American Sign Language and English, plan lessons, and develop IEPs in collaboration with families and specialists.

The candidate will ensure classroom safety, participate in curriculum development, and maintain updated lesson plans. Required are a Special Education certification, experience in Deaf Education, and eligibility for NYS Teacher of the Deaf certification, with SLPI proficiency as defined for the

Qualifications

• Plans and prepares lessons and instructional materials.
• Instructs students using American Sign Language and English.
• Develops IEPs with parents, testing specialists, and administrators.
• Maintains classroom order and safety.
• Attends required meetings and trainings.

Responsibilities

• Confer with parents and supervisor about students' academic progress.
• Select appropriate textbooks and learning materials.
• Participate in curriculum development and updates.
• Intercedes in emergency situations as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Special Education Certification

Deaf Education experience

SLPI proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Deaf Education

Master's degree in Childhood Education

NYS certification eligibility (Teacher of the Deaf)

Job description

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Special Education Certification and experience AND
• Master's degree in Deaf Education, or childhood education, is preferred
• Eligibility for NYS certification as a Teacher of the Deaf; Special Needs AND
• The ability to successfully complete a Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) at the proficiency level defined for each job position as determined by SMSD.

NOTE: The School may also require employees in this classification to complete successful training in behavior management programs including but not limited to TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) which will be provided by St. Mary's School for the Deaf.

Major Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares lessons and other instructional materials following curriculum guidelines.
• Instructs students in various subjects using American Sign Language and English
• Conference and work with parents, testing specialists, and other administrators to develop individual educational plans (IEP's) for students.
• Encourages students to participate in class discussions and activities;
• Prepares, administers, and scores academic tests and records results;
• Meets and confers with parents and with supervisor to discuss students' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements;
• Assists in selecting appropriate textbooks and learning materials;
• Participates in curriculum development;
• Maintains updated lesson plans as prescribed by the curriculum;
• Intercedes in emergency situations as required;
• Attends required departmental, faculty meetings and training courses as required.
• Maintains order and safety in the classroom.
• Performs other duties as assigned.