TEACHER, High School

www.aidb.org
P. O. Box 698
Talladega, Alabama 35161

R-2396 Position ID# 200100
Posting Date: September 8, 2011

POSITION: TEACHER, High School
Alabama School for the Deaf

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain an Alabama Teaching Certificate upon first day of employment.
• Must possess certification in Deaf Education and willing to obtain certification in subject matter assigned to teach within first thirty (30) months of employment
OR
• Must possess certification in subject matter assigned to teach and willing to obtain certification in Deaf Education within first thirty (30) months of employment.
• Preference will be given to persons with experience in working with deaf or hard of hearing and possessing the ability to communicate through the use of sign language according to the AIDB Communication and Language Policies and Procedures.
• A sign language proficiency level of ADVANCED according to the AIDB evaluation system is preferred, with a minimum entry level of INTERMEDIATE. ADVANCED must be obtained within the first thirty (30) months of employment.
• The successful applicant must submit to a criminal history background information check including, but not limited to FBI and ABI record repositories. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must present a non-refundable fee of $54.15 and appear for scheduled fingerprinting appointment.

AIDB is sensitive to the needs of Blind or Visually Impaired and Deaf or Hard of Hearing and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees that do not impose undue hardship and are not essential functions of the job.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Be willing to teach other subject areas as needed depending on schedule and/or student needs.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each assigned student based on the school curriculum and state standards.
• Develop, submit, and implement course overviews, lesson plans, substitute teacher plans, etc.
• Develop and maintain a classroom learning environment conducive to individual student achievement.
• Determine student programmatic needs relative to materials and supplies, submit requests/recommendations as deemed appropriate.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of the school’s Communication and Language Policies and Procedures and adhere to these at all times.
• Evaluate and report as deemed appropriate, student’s progress and modify student instruction accordingly.
• Assist students in developing personal/social skills which may include proper personal hygiene skills, interpersonal relationship skills, etc.
• Determine standards for classroom behavior and provide discipline measures for students according to the standards set by ASD Student Handbook.
• Maintain such records and reports as deemed appropriate (grades, attendance, IEPs, testing, and etc.) and assist in explaining to parents.
• Inform appropriate office personnel of child’s medical condition/needs and escort child to school infirmary.
• Possess or develop competency in use and maintenance of auditory equipment, to include student personal hearing aids, classroom amplification and various media equipment. Insure proper student use and care of personal and school amplification equipment.
• Possess or develop competence in use of computer programs.
• Insure that students wear glasses as recommended and request maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Participate in staffing of students.
• Accept responsibility of assignments made by principal or department director which may include activities such as lunchroom duty, displays/bulletin board assignments, monthly theme activities, etc.
• Initiate, plan and cooperate with field trips as deemed necessary. Assist in supervision of all ASD students on such trips.
• Develop and maintain a positive learning atmosphere and environment.
• Cooperate and communicate effectively and professionally all matters regarding the student, the department, the school, and AIDB, to parents, other teachers, administrators, support personnel and related school staff and the general public.
• Punctual and regular in attending classes, meetings, conferences and other school related duties.
• Responsible for effective utilization of teacher aides within classroom setting as assigned by the Director.
• Participate in workshops and staff in-service programs as scheduled.
• Assist with in-service training for personnel within the school, state, or region.
• Exhibit appropriate grooming and dress which serves as an acceptable role model for students.
• Maintain working knowledge of AIDB Policies and Procedures, ASD Staff Manual, and ASD Student Handbook.
• Attend and/or assist in various extracurricular activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

SALARY: $37,509 – $49,955 Scale l1 Rank 2T (BS-Class B Certification)
$43,966 – $57,376 Scale l1 Rank 1T (MA-Class A Certification)
$46,804 – $60,634 Scale l1 Rank AA (AA Certification)
Direct deposit is required.
This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: September 16, 2011

This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.