MSAD Special Teacher-Secondary Program

Agency: Mn State Academies | Location: Faribault | Full-time, ten-month position following the school calendar (includes 3 weeks in July for summer school program)

About the role

Contributes to the design and delivery of academic instructional programs to deaf/hard of hearing or deaf/blind students. Provides educational instruction and uses a variety of techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors. Positions at MN State Academy for the Deaf require American Sign Language (ASL) skills; candidates will be assessed for signing skills prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver academic instructional programs for deaf/hard of hearing or deaf/blind students
• Provide educational instruction and encourage appropriate behaviors
• Write basic reports, use arithmetic, and read and interpret charts and graphs
• Maintain records and documentation, including understanding written policies, procedures, and education plans

Requirements

• Valid Deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) Minnesota Teacher license or ability to obtain one prior to the start date
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Ability to read and write English sufficient for understanding policies, procedures, and education plans
• Knowledge of deaf/hard of hearing and deaf/blind students and educational practices
• Employment contingent upon a successful criminal background check within the past 12 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of curriculum, language acquisition, and educational best practices for deaf/hard of hearing and/or deaf/blind students
• Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students
• Demonstration of advanced sign skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance)
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday

Pay

$30.48 - $55.14 per hour

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan providing income after retirement (after working at least three years)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services (e.g., chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care)