American School for the Deaf Hiring for Teacher Job at West Hartford, CT Full Time

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR

TEACHER – PREk – 12

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners. ASD is accredited through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), as well as the Conference of Educational Administrators of School Programs for the Deaf (CEASD).

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools. There is also much to do in West Hartford. There is a wide array of parks and recreation. There are pools and hiking trails. There are historic sites to visit as well. If shopping is on the list then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

SCOPE OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the departmental principal, instructs Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Teaches a variety of academic and/or vocational subjects.
• Prepares appropriate materials and lesson plans.
• Writes report cards, progress reports and other documents, as needed.
• Assists in developing I.E.P.s, participates in PPT meetings, and other meetings.
• Evaluates and reports on student performance using evidence-based assessments.
• Participates in school curriculum development.
• Implements behavior intervention plans.
• Participates in staff development.
• Directs the work of Teacher Aides and/or Residential Counselors in the classroom.
• Instruct students using an ASL/English Bilingual approach.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Education of the Deaf/Special Education (dual certification preferred), and appropriate State of CT Teacher Certification; (057 and/or 065).
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.Ability to work flexible hours when needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively using American Sign Language (ASL).ASLPI rated preferred.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Compensation range is based on school’s salary scales.
Retirement, group health insurance and other fringe benefits are available.

HOW TO APPLY

You can apply on line or send resume and letter of application to:

Human Resources
American School for the Deaf
139 North Main Street
West Hartford, CT 06107-1269
FAX (860) 215-2891

The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing). www.asd-1817.org/about/jobs-at-asd

All applicants will be screened and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• relevant: 1 year (Preferred)
• teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Master’s (Preferred)

License:

• Teaching Certificate (Required)

Language:

• American Sign Language (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance