Teacher, High School -Alabama School for the Deaf

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ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organizations’ most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day,

As a High School Teacher for Alabama School for the Deaf (ASD) you will be responsible for working in a specialized classroom with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, and multi disabled. ASD is a committed to meet our students where they are. The right candidate for this job will have a passion working with students and colleagues to ensure all students receive a world class education.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role in the lives of our students and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB and ASD. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, positive attitude, agility, and professional maturity.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Special Education (HI Certification), Deaf/Hard of Hearing Education or related field from an accredited college/university.
• Utilize full range of communication and language levels including use of sign, spoken language, and any additional modes of communication.
• Must provide recent documentation of sign language proficiency (SLPI) or take a sign language proficiency evaluation (SLPI) available through AIDB.
• Must possess a sign language proficiency evaluation of INTERMEDIATE upon employment.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Possess skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Special Education and/or Deaf Education from an accredited college/university.
• One (1) year or more of classroom experience.
• A sign language proficiency evaluation of ADVANCED upon employment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must have or be able to obtain an Alabama Teaching Certificate within the first six (6) months of employment date.
• Must have or be able to obtain a HI Certification within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
• Must have or be able to obtain content area certification within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
• Must possess a sign language proficiency evaluation of INTERMEDIATE upon employment.
• Must possess a sign language proficiency of ADVANCED within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
• Must complete and maintain Behavior Management training with the first twelve (12) months of employment.
• Must complete and maintain CPR/First Aid training within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
• A willingness to teach other subject areas as needed and depending on the schedule of our students.
• Provide comprehensive instruction to students at ASD that includes developing and implementing lesson plans, maintaining documentation of student progress in subject matter, use of differentiated instruction that is based on individual student needs.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for each assigned student in the ASD program based on school curriculum and state standards. Must be able to conduct IEP meetings with parents and colleagues.
• Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB

BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available

MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING:

Direct deposit required. Annual salary based on hours scheduled to work each academic school year (187 days).

This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

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