Introduction Anticipated\r\nopening for the 2026-2027 School Year.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe\r\nMaryland School for the Deaf provides an inclusive, language-rich environment\r\nfor deaf and hard of hearing students from birth through age 21. Rooted in a\r\nbilingual education approach, we ensure full access to American Sign Language\r\nand English across comprehensive academic, extracurricular, and student life\r\nprograms. In partnership with families and communities, we empower students to\r\nthink critically and develop a sense of self and belonging.\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD,\r\nFrederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705\r\n Main Purpose of Job To teach American Sign Language (ASL) class (as a primary language, not as a second language) to deaf and hard of hearing 8th - high school students. Provide ASL Assessment as needed to K-12 students.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Teach ASL to students to include understanding of ASL\r\nlinguistics such as handshape, grammar and other parameters, Deaf Culture, Deaf\r\nHistory, and ASL/Deaf Literature.\r\n�\r\nImplement ASL Standards as a part of daily classroom\r\ninstruction and school-wide programming and ensure that the ASL Standards are\r\naligned with National ASL Standards.\r\n�\r\nDevelop and prepare lesson plans, create curriculum maps, reports,\r\nand keep records of student progress; ascertain learning needs of students and\r\nestablish evaluation techniques for assessment of progress.\r\n�\r\nCollaborate with classroom teachers and ASL specialists in\r\ndevelopment of IEP goals and objectives, as well as providing some services and\r\ntracking goals. Provide ASL assessments upon request.\r\n�\r\nProvide leadership and expertise in the area of ASL\r\ninstruction; provide instruction in digital/media skills relevant to ASL\r\ninstruction such as but not limited to digital cameras and tablets, including\r\nvideo-taping and video-editing software.\r\n�\r\nCoordinate school-wide events relevant to ASL/Deaf Culture\r\nand Deaf History.\r\n�\r\nConduct school-wide training on use of ASL Standards and\r\nalignment of ASL Standards with state common core standards.\r\n�\r\nPractice bilingual education and concepts with\r\nall students.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

\r\nBachelor's degree required Maryland State Department of Education certification\r\nas ASL teacher or the ability to obtain such certification soon after hire is\r\nrequired.\r\n�\r\nFluency in ASL and written English; knowledge of\r\nthe Deaf Community and the ability to teach or work with students of different\r\neducational backgrounds and additional disabilities is required.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's\r\nDegree in ASL Education or equivalent; experience as a classroom teacher or ASL\r\nas a primary language teacher.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject to a criminal background\r\ninvestigation at their own expense.� (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1,\r\nSections 5-560-568)\r\n�\r\nCandidates will need to provide three letters of\r\nrecommendation with their application.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications\r\nwill be prescreened before candidates are invited to an interview. Preference\r\nis given to applicants who already meet the Maryland State Department of\r\nEducation's designation of Highly Qualified teacher. As an equal opportunity\r\nemployer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees\r\nwho are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n

BENEFITS STATE OF MARYLAND

BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is

STRONGLY

preferred.� If\r\nonline access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit\r\nvia mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and\r\ntime.� Please include your name and recruitment number on any\r\ndocumentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu\r\nof completing the online or paper application. Additional or supplemental\r\ninformation must be submitted by the closing date and time.��A\r\ncopy of your college transcripts must accompany your application.� The\r\npreferred method to receive transcripts and additional information is\r\nfor them to be uploaded. Application inquiries or supplemental\r\ninformation can be directed to the following:\r\n�\r\n

Mailing Address:

Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment\r\nDepartment, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044\r\n�\r\n

E-mail:

emily.hicks@msd.edu\r\n�\r\n

Phone:

410-696-3031,

TTY Users:

call via Maryland Relay\r\n�\r\n

Fax:

410-696-3084\r\n�\r\nIndividuals from traditionally underserved and\r\nunderrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants\r\nare encouraged to apply.� As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is\r\ncommitted to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are\r\nreflective of the State's diversity.� We thank our Veterans for their\r\nservice to our country, and encourage them to apply.\r\n