Introduction

Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who\r\nin partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in\r\na nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students\r\nachieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners.\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

To provide speech, language and aural rehabilitation services to MSD students, including those who may have multiple disabilities. Speech-Language services help support a bilingual approach by facilitating and enhancing student communication skills.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Administer language,\r\nspeech and auditory skill diagnostic evaluations;\r\n\r\n\r\nConduct speech,\r\nlanguage, speech reading and auditory skills development;\r\n\r\n\r\nEvaluate treatment and\r\nrevise as necessary;\r\n\r\n\r\nPrepare and maintain\r\nnecessary records and report on student services and progress;\r\n\r\n\r\nParticipate in team\r\nand community meetings;\r\n\r\n\r\nServe as an IEP team\r\nmember, determine present levels of performance and establish goals\r\nspecifically addressed to student needs;\r\n\r\n\r\nUse developmentally\r\nappropriate activities, a variety of therapy materials and oral-motor\r\nstrategies as needed;\r\nAdapt therapy\r\nstrategies to facilitate student progress, including service delivery methods\r\n(services both inside and outside of the classroom);\r\n\r\n\r\nConsult with other\r\nprofessional and nonprofessional personnel, including conferences with parents\r\nand classroom staff, concerning student performance;\r\n\r\n\r\nAssist with training\r\nof classroom staff regarding amplification equipment, feeding/swallowing\r\nprecautions and/or augmentative communication use;\r\n\r\n\r\nConduct and\r\nparticipate in seminars, in-service and professional training programs;\r\n\r\n\r\nMaintain confidentiality\r\npertaining to students care;\r\n\r\n\r\nAssume other\r\nresponsibilities as designated by the Department Head.\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidate should have:\r\nKnowledge of the\r\ntheory, principles and practices of speech-language pathology;\r\n\r\n\r\nEvaluations and\r\ntreatment should be conducted with the unique deaf and hard of hearing\r\npopulation in mind. Considerations of hearing levels, language abilities and\r\ncultural diversity are essential to meeting the needs of this population.\r\n\r\n\r\nProficiency with or\r\nthe ability to use a variety of computer programs and applications (i.e.\r\nGoogle, MS Word, Boardmaker, Maryland Online IEP program, etc.)\r\n\r\n\r\nSkill in basic level\r\nof sign language a must with willingness to improve ASL skills to achieve\r\nfluency.\r\n\r\n\r\nAdditional desirable\r\nknowledge: Phonological Awareness, ABA experience, AAC experience,\r\nFeeding/Swallowing experience.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:� Set by the Maryland State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language\r\nPathologists under the licensing requirements.\r\n\r\n\r\nSkill in basic level of sign language a must with willingness to improve ASL skills to achieve fluency.\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates for this position must possess a current license or be able\r\nto obtain a current license from the Maryland State Board of Examiners for\r\nSpeech-Language Pathologists.\r\n\r\n\r\nWilling to learn American Sign Language.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Candidates for this\r\nposition must possess a current license or be able to obtain a current license\r\nfrom the Maryland State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists,\r\n4201 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215.\r\n\r\n\r\nEmployees in this class\r\nmust renew their license in accordance with Title 19, Speech-Language\r\nPathology, Health Occupations Article, and Annotated Code of Maryland.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject\r\nto a criminal background investigation at their own expense.� (Maryland\r\nCode, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates will need to\r\nprovide three letters of recommendation with their application.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

\r\n\r\nPlease make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.� Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n�\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application\r\nprocess is STRONGLY preferred.�If you are unable to apply online or if you\r\nencounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in\r\nperson before the closing date and time.� Please include your name and\r\nrecruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes\r\nwill NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper\r\napplication.��Additional or supplemental information\r\nmust be submitted by the closing date and time.� A copy of your college\r\ntranscripts must accompany your application.��Application\r\ninquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:\r\n\r\n\r\nMailing\r\nAddress:�Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box\r\n894, Columbia, MD 21044\r\n\r\n\r\nE-mail:\r\nemily.hicks@msd.edu\r\n\r\n\r\nPhone: 410-696-3031,\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\nFax:�410-696-3084\r\n\r\n\r\nIndividuals from\r\ntraditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged\r\nto apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.� As an equal\r\nopportunity employer, Maryland is committed to�recruiting, retaining, and\r\npromoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.� We thank\r\nour Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.\r\n