FACULTY MSD - Teacher

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 development of the optimal social and emotional growth of Deaf students. To provide a language enriched environment through use of 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 solid lesson plans based on student assessments and data, and teach lessons using best practices of bilingual pedagogy and differentiated instruction. Design and make 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 classroom lesson plans. Utilize effective classroom management for optimal learning including managing student behavior; model appropriate behavior and promote self-control. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. Candidates must be eligible to apply for or 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 Deaf culture, Deaf education, students with additional disabilities and ability to teach students on different levels and with varying educational and language acquisition backgrounds 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 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. EEO Statement As an equal opportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups and bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Benefits State of Maryland benefits applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland