FACULTY MSD - Teacher (Contractual Position)

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the 2026-2027 School Year (September 2026 - January 2027).\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland School for the Deaf provides an inclusive, language-rich environment for deaf and hard of hearing students from birth through age 21. Rooted in a bilingual education approach, we ensure full access to American Sign Language and English across comprehensive academic, extracurricular, and student life programs. In partnership with families and communities, we empower students to think critically and develop a sense of self and belonging.\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

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

Main Purpose of Job

To develop and implement a bilingual educational program for Deaf students in a language accessible environment as well as provide an enriched bicultural environment conducive to the development of the optimal social and emotional growth of Deaf students. To provide a language enriched environment through use of sign language and printed word to meet the varied needs of Deaf students.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Assess and teach Deaf students including the implementation of\r\nMaryland’s state standards and the development of IEPs. Create and maintain a\r\nclassroom conducive to learning.� Prepare and maintain weekly solid lesson\r\nplans based on student assessments and data, and teach lessons using the best\r\npractices of bilingual pedagogy and differentiated instruction.� Design\r\nand make materials to facilitate student learning.� Collect data and\r\nfollow individualized planning. Develop IEPs and write quarterly progress reports;\r\napply IEP accommodations and supplementary aids in teaching and\r\nassessments.� Maintain a grade book, portfolios, unit plans, daily\r\nattendance, and emergency classroom lesson plans. Utilize effective classroom\r\nmanagement for optimal learning including managing student behavior; model\r\nappropriate behavior and promote self-control.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree required.\r\n�\r\nCandidates must be eligible\r\nto apply for or be willing to obtain certification by the Maryland State\r\nDepartment of Education within a prescribed amount of time. Fluency in American\r\nSign Language and written English required.� Knowledge of the Deaf culture,\r\nDeaf Education, students with additional disabilities and ability to teach\r\nstudents on different levels and with varying educational and language\r\nacquisition backgrounds is required.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Education or Special Education of Deaf students,\r\nMaryland State Department of Education Certification\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject\r\nto a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code,\r\nFamily Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)\r\n�\r\nCandidates will need to\r\nprovide three letters of recommendation with their application.\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\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 at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application\r\nprocess is STRONGLY preferred.� If online access is not available or if\r\nyou encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in\r\nperson before the closing date and time.� Please include your name and\r\nrecruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes\r\nwill NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.\r\nAdditional or supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date\r\nand time.��A copy of your college transcripts must\r\naccompany your application.� The preferred method to receive transcripts\r\nand additional information is for them to be uploaded.\r\nApplication inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the\r\nfollowing:\r\n�\r\nMailing Address:\r\nMaryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia,\r\nMD 21044\r\n�\r\nE-mail:\r\nemily.hicks@msd.edu\r\n�\r\nPhone: 410-696-3031,\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n�\r\nFax: 410-696-3084\r\n�\r\nIndividuals from\r\ntraditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged\r\nto apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.� As an equal\r\nopportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and\r\npromoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.� We thank\r\nour Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.\r\n