FACULTY MSD - Substitute Teacher (Contractual Position)

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the\r\n2025-2026 School Year.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland School\r\nfor the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership with\r\nfamilies, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing,\r\nengaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal\r\nexcellence and become lifelong learners.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe are currently accepting\r\napplications to create a pool of qualified individuals who can work on an as\r\nneeded basis to temporarily continue the lessons planned for the children on\r\nany given day.\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

Substitute teaching assignments may change based on the needs of the school. A substitute teacher may be asked to accept assignments outside his/her background or educational training. They may also be asked to cover classes during a planning period. It is not expected that a substitute teacher be able to teach new or unfamiliar materials, but rather make every attempt to follow the lesson plan and manage student behavior in the most positive way possible.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Follow the lesson plan left by the teacher and ensure students complete\r\nall assigned tasks, maintain a safe environment, keep students under direct\r\nsupervision at all times, leave information concerning the day's activities for\r\nthe teacher, and maintain strict confidentiality of students and school\r\npersonnel information.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma,�plus 60 college credits, or a verified former Howard County�teacher.\r\n\r\n\r\nFluency in American Sign Language and written English\r\nrequired.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree preferred.�Experience\r\nworking with a diverse student population including underserved students,\r\nstrong classroom management skills, and knowledge of the Deaf Community\r\npreferred.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject\r\nto a criminal background investigation at their own expense.� (Maryland\r\nCode, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates will need to\r\nprovide three letters of recommendation.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be prescreened before candidates are invited to an\r\ninterview.� As an equal opportunity employer, MSD is committed to\r\nrecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the\r\nState's diversity.\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\n\r\nContractual 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.\r\nLeave 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.\r\n\r\n\r\n

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:\r\n\r\n\r\nMailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044\r\n\r\n\r\nE-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu\r\n\r\n\r\nPhone: 410-696-3031, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\nFax:�410-696-3084\r\n\r\n\r\nIndividuals 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.\r\n