FACULTY MSD
English Language Arts & Social Studies Curriculum Specialist
Recruitment #23-009009-0025
Department | MD School for Deaf - Columbia - Educational Svc. |
---|---|
Date Opened | 9/22/2023 4:10:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 10/6/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $58,780.00 - $120,405.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Emily Hicks |
Work Location |
Howard
|
Introduction
Anticipated openings for the
2023-2024 School Year (Expected Starting Date: January 2024).
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.
This is an 11-month position.
LOCATION OF POSITION
This position will be
primarily located at the Columbia Campus, but applicants must be willing to
work at both the Columbia and Frederick Campuses.
MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
MSD, Frederick Campus,
101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705
Main Purpose of Job
This position will work on both the Columbia and Frederick campuses supporting teachers and staff to ensure the development and implementation of a bilingual educational program for Deaf students in a language accessible environment as well as the provision of an enriched bicultural environment conducive to the development of the optimal social and emotional growth of Deaf students. To support the provision of a language enriched environment through the use of American Sign Language, printed word and visual supports to meet the varied needs of Deaf students throughout our school birth - 21. To ensure student needs are being met, the curriculum is being implemented with fidelity, best practices are being implemented, and achievement gaps are being addressed. Ensure equity and unbiased practices are implemented in the classroom and throughout the system of curriculum and instruction.
POSITION DUTIES
Instruction: Provide instructional models of best practices to ELA and social studies teachers
through modeling lessons, mentoring/coaching teachers, developing and implementing professional
development, and staying informed of current trends and best practices for instructional methods.
Provide feedback to teachers based on observation, and student performance data. Implement the
new teacher induction program. Support struggling teachers. Monitor the implementation of the
Maryland College and Career State Standards. Support teachers pedagogical best practices in
closing the achievement gap, implementing equitable and unbiased practices. Oversee the
development of and implementation of intervention programs as well as gifted and talented
programming.
Curriculum: Lead the selection of ELA and social studies textbooks, and curricular materials
through facilitating curriculum review committees. Develop and improve instructional/curricular
materials for courses. In collaboration with others, review curricular materials for equity and bias.
Enhance curricular materials to ensure diversity is reflected throughout. Work to develop new
courses in alignment with MSD expectations. Determine expectations for essential standards and
curriculum that must be taught and learned. Develop and design benchmark assessments to track
student learning. Evaluate student performance data, teaching strategies, and curriculum materials,
and make recommendations based on analysis. In collaboration with others, review curricular
materials for equity and bias. Must be able to clearly explain changes to the curriculum or
instructional practices to teachers, principals, staff and the community.
Attend quarterly state briefings for English language arts and social studies, meetings are held
around the state, and serve on state content area development committees. Collaborate with MSDE
staff and other county content specialists as appropriate.
This position reports to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
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 and obtain a Master's degree in curriculum or related field within a prescribed amount of time. Fluency in American Sign Language and written English required. Knowledge of Deaf culture, Deaf Education, and ability to teach students on different levels and with varying educational and language acquisition backgrounds is required. Five years of successful classroom instruction in either English Language Arts/English and/or Social Studies required.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree Special Education, Curriculum, Deaf Education or related field, Maryland State
Department of Education Certification; experience in leadership, coaching/mentoring teachers, and
developing and adapting curricular materials for use by others. Training in bilingual pedagogy.
Experience developing and providing teacher training/workshops. Experience with students with
additional disabilities and knowledge of using alternate standards. Experience with various grade
bands (eg. early childhood, elementary school, middle school, high school).
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
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.