FACULTY MSD - Language Development Specialist

The Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging and challenging environment to insure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners.  As such, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at MSD.

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Rd., Ellicott City, MD 21043

The primary responsibility of this position is to assess, facilitate, and support students' language development and provide training to staff regarding techniques and strategies to utilize in academic and social settings at the Maryland School for the Deaf. The position requires collaborative work with classroom teachers and related service providers including classroom teachers, ASL specialists, reading specialists, and speech language pathologists. The incumbent will work with students that have a significant delay in their language development, special needs and/or additional learning challenges.

Conduct a variety of language assessment tools including Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP).  If the applicant does not have any experience or training in this area, the applicant will be asked to receive training to administer the assessment tools.

Provide consultation, coaching, and training to teachers in the area of language development for all students regardless of developmental levels.

Provide support to teachers in using Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices/programs and strategies in the classrooms (e.g., PECS).  If the applicant does not have any experience or training in this area, the applicant will be asked to receive training in the area.

Utilize ASL standards as a part of language development for all students.

Update and analyze individual and school wide assessment data in the area of language development.

Provide both one-on-one and group services to students with significant language delays.

Collaborate with teachers and related service providers to write present levels of performance and develop IEP goals and objectives in the area of language development and communication for students age 3 to 8th grade; the applicant may attend IEP meetings to gather and provide input in the area of language development and communication.

Assist in the development of an ASL immersion program.

Education: Masters Degree in Deaf Education, Special Education, Early Childhood, or Applied Behavior Analysis

Experience working with children with special needs and significant language delays.

Experience in writing IEP goals, experience or training with the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP), and/or experience using or working with students who use augmentative communication devices/strategies in the classrooms.

Training and experience working with students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Certificate/Licensure in Teacher Education or Specialty Areas such as language development, applied behavior analysis, and other related fields.

New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense.  (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)

Applications will be prescreened before candidates are invited to an interview.  Preference is given to applicants who already meet the Maryland State Department of Education's designation of Highly Qualified teacher.  As an equal opportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time.  Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.  Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.  Additional or supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time.  Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:

Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf, Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044

E-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu

Fax: 410-480-4536

Phone: 410-480-4535, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.  As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.