Teacher AIDE MSD - Substitute Teacher Aide (Contractual Position

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the  School Year. The 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.

We are currently accepting applications to create a pool of qualified individuals who can work on an as needed basis to temporarily provide classroom support on any given day.

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

Substitute teacher aides are responsible for the implementation of student instructional programs and daily schedules as directed by the teacher. Candidates must comply with and support MSD's regulations and policies. Substitute teacher aides need to be available on an on-call basis.

• Candidates must accommodate and follow each behavior support plan for individual students, including daily self-care, assist with the arrival and dismissal of students, and supervise students during off campus instruction.
• Candidates must provide a safe environment for students at all times.
• Candidates must maintain strict confidentiality of students and school personnel information, exceptional organizational skills, effective classroom management, strong written communication, and experience working with a diverse student population, including underserved students.

The above mentioned statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Fluency in ASL and written English required.
• Knowledge of students with additional disabilities and ability to teach students on different levels and with varying educational background required.

Knowledge of Deaf Community preferred.

• New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections )
• Candidates will need to provide three letters of recommendation.

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.

Please note that all contractual agreements and staffing allocations are subject to adjustment based on student enrollment and operational needs.

• 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 at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.