POSITION: Classroom Teacher
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
10-month position Schedule – Follow Professional Calendar
182 days
Plus 2 parent/caregiver meetings (evenings)
CLASS RATIO 6:1:1 or 6:1:2
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach Upper or Lower School Department subjects according to NYS Regulations (Parts 100 and 200) and
SED Common Core Standards. Follow regulations with necessary adaptations for individual IEP goals.
TEACHING AND LEARNING
1. Develop unit and lesson plans in curriculum areas according to NYS requirements with consideration
for needs and abilities of diverse student learners
1.1 Follow daily schedules, submit monthly unit plans, maintain a daily lesson plan book
1.2 Leave emergency lessons and materials available at all times for substitute, if needed
1.3 Implement educational approaches with approval of Supervisor and within the framework
of school initiatives
1.4 Prepare for special programs, shows and events as needed
1.5 Attend all meetings related to the position (departments, school, team, parent-student, consultants,
etc.)
1.6 Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of each student
LANGUAGE/COMMUNICATION:
2.1 Use appropriate language and communication methodology required for each student
and in accordance with school philosophy and student needs
REPORTS AND RECORDKEEPING
3. Prepare IEP’s. Review and update as required
3.1 Prepare suitable educational reports for New York State Education Department, clinics and other
related agencies as requested
3.2 Maintain inventory of student abilities and needs through ongoing evaluations, formal and informal
assessments. Update student records
3.3 Study student performance and utilize each student’s learning style to maximize learning potential
3.4 Collect and analyze student work samples regularly to determine teaching and learning needs
3.5 Preserve samples of student’s work
a. Prepare and update confidential Educational Folder for each student
b. Prepare report cards
MANAGEMENT:
4. Manage student behavior using current best practices (Seek guidance/assistance for more complex
behavior management support)
4.1 Share duties and special supervision according to schedules and department needs
4.2 Support all facets of student development
RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES:
5.1 Participate in conferences with supervisor according to schedule or as necessary
5.2 Participate in conferences as student’s or parent’s need indicates
5.3 Participate in multi-disciplinary staff conferences
5.4 Participate in staff meetings as scheduled
5.5 Work cooperatively with Related Service providers all staff, consultants, etc.
5.6 Supervise and plan with teacher assistant, mentees and/or student teachers as necessary
5.7 Prepare evaluations of teacher assistants annually
5.8 Use available school resources for continuing professional development
5.9 Provide recommendations for improvement of school programs and general functions to your
Supervisor if indicated
5.10 Keep all class and personal hearing aids functioning at maximum level
Report needed repairs promptly
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
1. B.A. or B.S. in an Education related area (preferred, not required)
2. M.A. in Education of the Deaf
3. NYS Certification in Education of the Deaf
4. Preschool or Early Childhood Education, Special Education (preferred, not required)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BEYOND PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION:
1. Willingness to participate in in-service programs offered by school and to engage in course work
recommended by administration as indication of continuing professional growth
2. Ability to work with atypical learners
3. Ability to utilize multi-disciplinary recommendations, in overall programming and/or specific
interventions
4. Possess preventative behavior management skills that are positive and child-centered
5. Ability to work as a team with other staff in the classroom setting
6. Ability to work collaboratively with school staff across grades, disciplines and responsibilities
7. Adherence to SJSD Personnel Policies and School Procedure and Student Policy Manual
Professional Development
Teach Upper or Lower School Department subjects according to NYS Regulations (Parts 100 and 200) and
SED Common Core Standards. Follow regulations with necessary adaptations for individual IEP goals.
TEACHING AND LEARNING
1. Develop unit and lesson plans in curriculum areas according to NYS requirements with consideration
for needs and abilities of diverse student learners
1.1 Follow daily schedules, submit monthly unit plans, maintain a daily lesson plan book
1.2 Leave emergency lessons and materials available at all times for substitute, if needed
1.3 Implement educational approaches with approval of Supervisor and within the framework
of school initiatives
1.4 Prepare for special programs, shows and events as needed
1.5 Attend all meetings related to the position (departments, school, team, parent-student, consultants,
etc.)
1.6 Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of each student
LANGUAGE/COMMUNICATION:
2.1 Use appropriate language and communication methodology required for each student
and in accordance with school philosophy and student needs
REPORTS AND RECORDKEEPING
3. Prepare IEP’s. Review and update as required
3.1 Prepare suitable educational reports for New York State Education Department, clinics and other
related agencies as requested
3.2 Maintain inventory of student abilities and needs through ongoing evaluations, formal and informal
assessments. Update student records
3.3 Study student performance and utilize each student’s learning style to maximize learning potential
3.4 Collect and analyze student work samples regularly to determine teaching and learning needs
3.5 Preserve samples of student’s work
a. Prepare and update confidential Educational Folder for each student
b. Prepare report cards
MANAGEMENT:
4. Manage student behavior using current best practices (Seek guidance/assistance for more complex
behavior management support)
4.1 Share duties and special supervision according to schedules and department needs
4.2 Support all facets of student development
RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES:
5.1 Participate in conferences with supervisor according to schedule or as necessary
5.2 Participate in conferences as student’s or parent’s need indicates
5.3 Participate in multi-disciplinary staff conferences
5.4 Participate in staff meetings as scheduled
5.5 Work cooperatively with Related Service providers all staff, consultants, etc.
5.6 Supervise and plan with teacher assistant, mentees and/or student teachers as necessary
5.7 Prepare evaluations of teacher assistants annually
5.8 Use available school resources for continuing professional development
5.9 Provide recommendations for improvement of school programs and general functions to your
Supervisor if indicated
5.10 Keep all class and personal hearing aids functioning at maximum level.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
1. B.A. or B.S. in an Education related area (preferred, not required)
2. M.A. in Education of the Deaf
3. NYS Certification in Education of the Deaf
4. Preschool or Early Childhood Education, Special Education (preferred, not required)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BEYOND PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION:
1. Willingness to participate in in-service programs offered by school and to engage in course work
recommended by administration as indication of continuing professional growth
2. Ability to work with atypical learners
3. Ability to utilize multi-disciplinary recommendations, in overall programming and/or specific
interventions
4. Possess preventative behavior management skills that are positive and child-centered
5. Ability to work as a team with other staff in the classroom setting
6. Ability to work collaboratively with school staff across grades, disciplines and responsibilities
7. Adherence to SJSD Personnel Policies and School Procedure and Student Policy Manual
BENEFITS:
Health, accident, disability, retirement, annuity and dental plans available
Personal leave for illness/death/special needs as indicated in personnel policies
Multi-disciplinary staff available for consultation
Opportunity to participate in professional courses and conventions, conferences or other
Professional Development
