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FACULTY MSD - Language & Literacy Planning and Policy Consultant

Contractual Position

Recruitment #25-009009-0001

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Introduction

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 a part-time contractual position - up to 4 hours a week, following the school calendar.

Both in-person and remote work and travel between campuses are expected.

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

The purpose of this position is to consult the school’s Language and Literacy Planning and Policy (LLPP) Team on the development, implementation, and evaluation of American Sign Language (ASL) and English bilingual education professional development and language and literacy planning and policy.

POSITION DUTIES

This position is responsible for supporting the LLPP Team by providing consultation services in the areas of the development and the evaluation of the ASL and English bilingual education professional development training materials. This position includes guiding the team with research information supporting accurate terminology use and language use for language and literacy training materials, reviewing existing language policies and practices, providing evidence-based recommendations for language and literacy planning and policy (LLPP), and guiding the development of comprehensive frameworks and action plans that address ASL and English bilingual education. This role involves participating in the LLPP Team and attending training sessions to provide support with the implementation of LLPP. This position conducts research and discussion, analysis and application of ASL and English bilingual education research practices, and recommends evidence-based ASL and English bilingual methodologies. This position participates in the peer review process for LLPP training materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Language Policy, Education, Special Education of Deaf students, or a related field.

Experience: Fluency in American Sign Language and written English is required. Significant experience in language policy development, language planning or language education in the area of ASL and English bilingual education is required. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual candidates are preferred. Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to make policy recommendations and to provide resources for language planning is preferred. To show a deep understanding of cultural and linguistic diversity is desired.

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

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

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.



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