FACULTY - MSD
Mathematics and Science Curriculum & Instruction Specialist
Recruitment #21-009009-0013
Department | MD School for Deaf - Frederick - Educational Svc. |
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Date Opened | 5/6/2021 2:00:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 5/20/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $50,986.00 - $104,439.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Sharde Twyman |
Work Location |
Frederick
|
Introduction
Anticipated
openings for the 2021-2022 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.
LOCATION OF POSITION
*Applicants must be willing to work at both Frederick and Columbia campuses*
MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place,
Frederick, MD 21705 &
MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road,
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Main Purpose of Job
This position will work on both the Columbia and
Frederick campuses supporting math and science 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 math and science 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. Oversees
the development of and implementation of intervention programs as well as
gifted and talented programming.
Curriculum: Lead the selection of math and
science 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. Coordinate MSD’s STEM instruction and programming. 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 mathematics and science, 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 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 the 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 science and/or mathematics
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: sharde.twyman@msd.edu
Phone: 301-360-2008, 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.