DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:
(1) Special Education Certification and experience AND
(2) Master's degree in Deaf Education, or childhood education preferred
(3) Eligibility for NYS certification as a Teacher of the Deaf; Special Needs AND
(4) The ability to successfully learn and complete a Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) at the proficiency level defined for each job position as determined by SMSD within 3 years of employment.
NOTE: 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.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and prepares lessons and other instructional materials following curriculum guidelines;
• Instructs students in various subjects using American Sign Language and English
• Confers with parents, testing specialists, and other administrators to develop individual educational plans 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 with supervisor 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 departmental and faculty meetings;
• Maintains order in the classroom;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Itinerant Location : 2253 Main Street Buffalo NY 14214
Salary: From : 40000.00
Salary: To : 60000.00
Salary Competitive : Y
Appointment Status : Permanent
Position Status : Full time
Start Date : 05/06/2024
Required Certification Type : Special Education {9010}, Students with Disabilities (All Grades) {0254}
Specialized Training : Working With Disabled/Medically Fragile Children
Technology Literacy : Google Docs, Microsoft Office
Additional Job Information : Sign Language Classes are provided to all employees.

Participation in NYS Retirement
Contact Person's Name : Mary DeStefano
Contact Person's Title : Director of Human Resources
Contact Person's Phone : 716-834-7200
Contact Person's Email : maryd@smsdk12.org