State of Maryland is hiring: FACULTY MSD - American Sign Language Teacher (Contr

Introduction

Anticipated opening for the 2025-2026 School Year.


Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who 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. As
such, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at
MSD.

LOCATION OF POSITION

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

Main Purpose of Job

To teach American Sign Language (ASL) class (as a primary language, not as a second language) to deaf and hard of hearing 8th - high school students. Provide ASL Assessment as needed to K-12 students.

POSITION DUTIES

Teach ASL to students to include understanding of ASL linguistics such as handshape, grammar and
other parameters, Deaf Culture, Deaf History, and ASL/Deaf Literature.


Implement ASL Standards as a part of daily classroom instruction and school-wide programming
and ensure that the ASL Standards are aligned with National ASL Standards.


Develop and prepare lesson plans, create curriculum maps, reports, and keep records of student
progress; ascertain learning needs of students and establish evaluation techniques for assessment
of progress.


Collaborate with classroom teachers and ASL specialists in development of IEP goals and
objectives, as well as providing some services and tracking goals. Provide ASL assessments upon
request.


Provide leadership and expertise in the area of ASL instruction; provide instruction in digital/media
skills relevant to ASL instruction such as but not limited to digital cameras and tablets, including
video-taping and video-editing software.


Coordinate school-wide events relevant to ASL/Deaf Culture and Deaf History.


Conduct school-wide training on use of ASL Standards and alignment of ASL Standards with state
common core standards.


Practice bilingual education and concepts with all students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree required Maryland State Department of Education certification as ASL
teacher or the ability to obtain such certification soon after hire is required.


Fluency in ASL and written English; knowledge of the Deaf Community and the ability to teach or
work with students of different educational backgrounds and additional disabilities is required.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in ASL Education or equivalent; experience as a classroom teacher or ASL as a
primary language (L1) teacher.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are 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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be prescreened before candidates are invited to an interview. Preference is given to
applicants who already meet the Maryland State Department of Education's designation of Highly
Qualified teacher. As an equal opportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time. Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional or supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time.A copy of your college transcripts must accompany your application. The preferred method to receive transcripts and additional information is forthem to be uploaded. Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:


Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044


E-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu


Phone: 410-696-3031, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay


Fax:410-696-3084


Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed torecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.