DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Based on the difficulty and shortage of Skilled, Highly Qualified teachers, we are designating a sign on bonus amount of $7500 for 115c licensed educators whose primary duties are classroom instruction. Highly Qualified is defined as having obtained a NC DPI Certified Teaching license and have the DHH (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) endorsement.

The Primary purpose of this position is to coordinate and provide training to students in the area of American Sign Language, following the North Carolina World Language Essential Standards for Classical Languages, Dual and Heritage Languages and Modern Languages, conducting Classroom Sign Language Assessments (CSLA) or sign Language Proficiency Interviews (SLPI). The ASL Teacher may assess student language development upon student admissions to NCSD and will coordinate training for students in the area of ASL ranging from Kindergarten to 12th grade students. This position may be needed to maintain a file of each students ASL activities and at pre-determined intervals will assess student language development to determine if additional educational services and resources are needed. This position requires direct contact with students and their families about their results of sign language communication skills and the scheduling of training opportunities. This position will teach ASL classes for academic credit to Deaf students in grades K-12. High school students taking the class will earn world language academic credits, which will assist them in meeting the world language requirement mandated by most four-year colleges and universities.   This is a full-time 11-month position and eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance and retirement.   Salary Grade: ED22 Position: 60039106     The North Carolina School for the Deaf (NCSD), located in Morganton, North Carolina provides specialized instruction for the deaf and hard of hearing students ages 3 to 22. NCSD was founded in 1894 and serves the 46 westernmost counties in North Carolina. As a part of the NC Department of Public Instruction's Education Services for the Deaf and Bind; the mission is to provide individualized comprehensive educational, vocational, and residential programs for the deaf and hard of hearing students leading to productive, independent, and successful lives.    The North Carolina School for the Deaf is one of two schools for the deaf in North Carolina that provides an appropriate environment in which a hearing-impaired child can develop to his/her maximum potential in all areas: academic, vocational, communication, social, emotional, and Independent Living skills. NCSD serves students Pre-K–12th grade.    The school, operates within a regular academic year and a 3-week summer program. Sunday afternoon through Friday 5:00 P.M.; currently serving approximately 70 students on campus with support services and administration operating a full calendar year.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of current ASL educational trends in curriculum and instruction
• Comprehensive knowledge of methods, materials, procedures and practices of educating deaf and hard of hearing students. With the inclusion of deaf and hard of hearing students with additional disabilities
• Knowledge of child development and ability to develop rapport with children.
• Comprehension and implementation of curricular objectives, creation and implementation of daily lesson plans.
• Exercise good judgement in observing and recording behaviors, quick analyzation of situations and decision making

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:

• Preference will be given to license holders who are credential to teach deaf/hard of hearing students. 

NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS:
NC Teaching License

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:  Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.” Candidates must hold a NC Teaching License in the appropriate content area.  **PLEASE include your NC Teaching License number and expiration date on your application in the Certificates and License Section.    For more information on how to become licensed in the State of North Carolina, please visit the NC Dept of Public Instruction Licensure Department requirements here: http://www.dpi.state.nc.us/licensure/   Certified Educator Salary Schedules include teachers, certified instructional support and school based administrators.    All certified educators working at NC School for the Deaf are required to be paid from the legislated salary schedule. This schedule is approved annually by the NC General Assembly and sets a minimum pay based on the educator's years of experience and education level.

Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly-situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.
 
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 The Department of Public Instruction selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.
*Degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
*Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background checks are required for all positions at NC School for the Deaf.
*Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference for employment with State Government must attach the Form DD-214.
*The work experience section on the application must be completed ~~ resume in lieu of work experience will not be accepted. 
 
Due to the volume of applications received, we cannot provide feedback as to the status of your application via telephone call. To check the status of your application after submittal, please sign in to your state application account on line. It can take approximately 5-8 weeks to fill a position. If you do not receive a telephone call to schedule an interview, please feel free to apply for other jobs of interest and qualifications. We thank you for your interest in employment at NC School for the Deaf and wish you success in your job search.
 
Please visit our school website at www.ncsd.net for more information on our History.
Any employment offer may be less than the maximum
Leslie Saine
NC School for the Deaf, HR Manager
leslie.saine@esdb.dpi.nc.gov