Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Science SDBF0048

Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Science SDBF0048 - Augusta County, Virginia, United States - Staunton, Virginia, United States - Waynesboro, Virginia, United States

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Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Science SDBF0048

• 5106513
• Augusta County, Virginia, United States
• Staunton, Virginia, United States
• Waynesboro, Virginia, United States
• VA School for the Deaf & Blind
• Faculty
• Full-Time (Salaried)
• VA School for the Deaf & Blind

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Title: Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Science SDBF0048

State Role Title: Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range: $53,133 - $80,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: VA School for the Deaf & Blind

Location: VA School for Deaf & Blind

Agency Website: www.vsdb.k12.va.us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for Science to provide classroom instruction for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, deafblind, and other disabilities.

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is located in the historic, vibrant city of Staunton, Virginia. VSDB provides superior education for students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/vision impaired, deafblind, and deaf or blind with other disabilities.

VSDB offers PreK-12 education with both residential and day student options.

VSDB believes that disabilities are challenges not barriers and supports each student in their goal to be independent and to reach their highest academic potential!

VSDB prepares students for life!

The VSDB offers:

• $3,500 Sign-on Bonus available!
• Great comprehensive benefit package
• Supportive and positive team setting
• Small caseloads and ample resources
• Small student-teacher ratio
• School-Residential partnership that supports a 24/7 learning environment

This is a 10-month, faculty position with state benefits, including health insurance, retirement, life insurance, and disability coverage.

The beginning date for this position is the beginning of our next school year in July 2026.

Responsibilities include:

• Curriculum/ Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) management and planning
• Differentiated Instruction implementation
• Classroom organization and management
• Evaluation, reporting and recordkeeping
• Communication and professional/community relations
• Participation in staff development
• Development of Individualized Educational Programs (IEP)
• Develop and implement lesson plans according to grade level Standards of Learning with appropriate accommodations
• Monitor Student Progress through data collection
• Modify instruction based on analysis of student data and performance
• Ability to design and implement appropriate instruction for children with hearing loss
• Knowledge of child growth and development, and special needs of children with disabilities
• Ability to develop effective instructional strategies and methods and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
• Minimum proficiency level of "Intermediate" in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an "Advanced" level within three years of employment
• Ability to follow school policies and procedures and work using a team approach
• Knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning
• Ability to assess and document student progress according to best practices, including but not limited to pre-test and post-test assessments, and to use assessment data to guide instruction

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia teaching license issued by the Board of Education with an endorsement in Special Education - Deaf and Hard of Hearing PreK-12. The selected candidate will also be required to obtain an additional endorsement in the applicable content area(s) within established deadlines.

OR

• Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia Teaching License issued by the Board of Education endorsed in one of the Secondary Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Earth Science. The selected candidate will be required to take courses toward an endorsement in Special Education - Deaf and Hard of Hearing PreK-12
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification required or must be obtained per school policies.
• Hold a valid Virginia Driver's License and submit for review by DMV.
• Minimum proficiency level of "Intermediate" in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an "Advanced" level within three years of employment

Additional Considerations

• Experience in teaching in a classroom setting with special needs students who have sensory impairments is preferred.
• Ability to design and implement appropriate instruction for children with hearing loss
• Knowledge of child growth and development, and special needs of children with disabilities
• Ability to develop effective instructional strategies and methods and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
• Minimum proficiency level of "Intermediate" in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview and agreement to acquire an "Advanced" level within three years of employment
• Ability to follow school policies and procedures and work using a team approach
• Knowledge of technology to enhance communication and learning
• Ability to assess and document student progress according to best practices, including but not limited to pre-test and post-test assessments, and to use assessment data to guide instruction.
• Ability to read and write professional reports and use relevant information to develop IEPs
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other school staff

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

For full consideration, please submit college transcripts with application materials.

If selected as a finalist with VSDB, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VSDB is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VSDB values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

Name: Jody Beelendorf

Phone: 540-332-9069

Email: jody.beelendorf@vsdbs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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