Special Education Teacher

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares lessons and other instructional materials following curriculum guidelines.
• Instructs students in various subjects using American Sign Language and English.
• Conferences and works with parents, testing specialists, and other administrators to develop Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Encourages students to participate in class discussions and activities.
• Prepares, administers, and scores academic tests and records results.
• Meets and confers with parents and supervisors to discuss students' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements.
• Assists in selecting appropriate textbooks and learning materials.
• Participates in curriculum development.
• Maintains updated lesson plans as prescribed by the curriculum.
• Intercedes in emergency situations as required.
• Attends required departmental, faculty meetings, and training courses.
• Maintains order and safety in the classroom.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for NYS certification as a Teacher of the Deaf; Special Needs.
• Ability to successfully complete a Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) at the proficiency level defined for each job position as determined by SMSD.

Desirable Qualifications

• Special Education Certification and experience.
• Master’s degree in Deaf Education, or childhood education, is preferred.

The School may also require employees in this classification to complete successful training in behavior management programs including but not limited to TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention), which will be provided by St. Mary's School for the Deaf.