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TEACHER ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

Special Education Teacher

Recruitment #15-005897-0003

Introduction

This position could be placed in any classification within the Teacher Series. Salary and exact classification will be determined following an assessment of the selected candidate's education, experience and MSDE Certification using the IEPP Salary scale. This is a State-wide recruitment and the resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies within DLLR throughout the State. All persons interested in this classification should apply at this time to be placed on the eligible list. The list will be valid for one year. Applicants must submit a new application if applying to any other recruitment of this classification at a different agency.

GRADE

9990

LOCATION OF POSITION

Currently recruiting for the following location:

MCI-W - 7943 Brock Bridge Road, Jessup, MD 20794

Main Purpose of Job

To provide instructional services to assigned inmate students toward the educational goals as established by their Individualized Educational Program (IEP) in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

POSITION DUTIES

Provide instruction to assigned special education inmate students which results in their progress toward specific goals as described in their individualized educational program (IEP).

Maintain all records (special education and general education) in compliance with state and federal laws, meeting departmental standards for accessibility, uniformity, and confidentially. 

Prepare written reports to help determine eligibility for special education services; prepare SSIS forms and special education reports monthly.

Plan and organize time, in advance, to provide for effective special education services and instruction.

Use approved assessment instruments to determine eligibility for special education services and to determine effectiveness of instruction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education - MSDE (http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/divisions/certification/).

Experience:  None

Notes:

1.  All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (DLLR/DIU) to determine whether any monies are owed to DLLR/DUI as a result of an unemployment insurance overpayment and/or fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate id offered employment.

2.  ALL POTENTIAL CANDIDATES SHALL BE SCREENED FOR SECURITY PURPOSES PRIOR TO BEING OFFERED A POSITION WHICH CONSISTS OF FINGERPRINTING AND BACKGROUND INVESTIFATION BY CJIS-CENTRAL REPOSITORY.

3.  Employees in this classification are subject to Substance Abuse Testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.  Applicants must consent to State Police and Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigations/Background Checks as a routine procedure for all employees required working in State Adult Facilities.  Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act is required.  If, once employed, it is determined that the incumbent does not qualify for at least a Conditional Certificate, the incumbent's employment will be terminated. Also, failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate Maryland Teaching Certificate will be the basis for termination of employment.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a current MSDE Special Education Certificate.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) years of experience providing classroom instruction to students with at least one year in the area of Special Education.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Teachers in State operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification to teach in the State of Maryland per Section 6-101 of the Education Article of the Annotated Code and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2). Applicants recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials. Information on requirements for certification and procedures for application may be obtained from the Maryland State Board of Education, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-2595.

Additional educational credits beyond the Advanced Professional Certificate must meet the following criteria established by the Institutional Educators Pay Plan Committee in order to qualify for application toward the APC plus 30 (60) levels:

Credits must be beyond the education level held at the time the educational requirements for the Advanced Professional Certificate were met and must either relate to the current job responsibilities or be part of an employer approved program of study. Credits mean semester hours from a regionally accredited college or university or Maryland State Department of Education approved workshops. No more than one half of any additional credits applied to these criteria may be earned through Maryland Department of Education approved workshops.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Applications that meet minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for an interview.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will evaluate the candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the duties of this job classification.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. A copy of your proof of eligibility (DD 214) for Veterans’ Credit must be in this office and completely verified before Veterans’ Credit will be approved.  Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of eligibility for Veterans’ Credit. 

If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via email to jakiraman.jones@maryland.gov or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

DLLR Office of Human Resources
Attn: Jakiraman Jones 15-005897-0003
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 100
Baltimore, MD 21201

 TTY  Users: call via Maryland Relay

 The MD State Application Form can be found online.

Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of DLLR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

 

Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment. Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire.

 




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