Teacher ABE - Special Education (TEACHER ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE)

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor - Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning is accepting applications from qualified applicants for the position to build an applicant pool for current and anticipated position vacancies. This is a professional position responsible for providing leadership in the administration of education for residents of a correctional facility. This is an Agency specific recruitment for this specific classification and function only with MD Department of Labor.�\r\nThis position could be placed in any classification within the Teacher Series. Salary and exact classification will be determined following an assessment of the selected candidate's education and MSDE Certification using the IEPP Salary Scale.\r\n\r\n

GRADE

TEAC 0003 \r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

Jessup Correctional Institution (JCI)\r\n7805 House of Correction Road\r\nJessup, MD 20794\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

To create a classroom learning environment in which assigned incarcerated students make\r\nmeasurable progress toward Adult Basic Education (ABE) goals as indicated by the successful progression through the curriculum and/or obtainment of a Maryland High School diploma, and to ensure incarcerated student’s Individual Education Program (IEP) are being implemented and revised in compliance with federal and state guidelines.

POSITION DUTIES

Planning, conducting, and assessing classroom instructional activities; coordinating basic skills testing; maintaining education records; assess and recording progress toward education learning goals for Adult Basic Literacy, Life Skills, and/or GED; developing and implementing individualized and independent lesson plans.�\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education. \r\nExperience: None. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.\r\n1. One (1) year of experience teaching students in an alternative education setting, students who have been incarcerated, and adult learners.\r\n2. One (1) year of experience teaching students with special education services and implementing their Individual Education Programs (IEP) during instruction and testing.�\r\n3. One (1) of experience being a Special Education Case Manager and demonstrating the skills to write IEPs, collaborate with IEP teams, and conduct formal education assessments.\r\n4. Possession of a current Special Education Endorsement as approved by the Maryland State Department of Education.�\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Teachers in State operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification to teach in the State of Maryland per Education Article, Section 6-101 of the Annotated Code and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2). Applicants recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials. Information on requirements for certification and procedures for application may be obtained from the Maryland State Board of Education, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-2595. \r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.\r\n\r\n\r\nEmployees are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education as determined by the hiring department. Employees who fail to obtain the required continuing education credits shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n\r\n\r\nAll information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.\r\n\r\n\r\nFor positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:\r\n\r\n\r\nEducational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.\r\n\r\n\r\nResumes are acceptable as additional information; however only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.�\r\n\r\nThe examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position. Successful candidates will be placed on the certified list categorized as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified. The certified list will be used by LABOR for a period of one year.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\nThis is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:\r\n\r\n● Flexible hours\r\n● Paid holidays 12-13 per year\r\n● Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)\r\n● State Pension ('defined benefit' plan)\r\n● Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)\r\n● Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services\r\n● Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare\r\n● State Employees Credit Union\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status. If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, You may contact Brittany Small via email to brittany.small@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.\r\nPLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.\r\nCompleted applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:\r\nMaryland Department of Labor/Office of Administration\r\nAttn: Brittany Small (26-005897-0005)\r\n100 S. Charles Street, Tower I, Ste. 5000\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201\r\nThe MD State Application Form can be found online.\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\nMaryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.\r\n