FACULTY MSD - Teacher

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the 2026-2027 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 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 the 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

Education: 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 amount of time.

Fluency in American Sign Language and written English required. Knowledge of the Deaf culture, Deaf

Education, students with additional disabilities and ability to teach students

on different levels and 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. (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. As an equal opportunity employer, MSD is

committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective

of the State's diversity.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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 for them

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 to recruiting, 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.