Teacher of the Deaf – Science (NY) New York School for the Deaf

POSITION SUMMARY: Teach High School Science Courses: Living Environment 1 & 2, Earth Science, STEAM, and/or Academic Intervention Services

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinator and participate in I.E.P. meetings
Develop differentiated, age and grade level appropriate lesson plans aligned to the Danielson Framework for Teaching and Learning
Monitor curriculum changes and update the school’s science program to align with the state standards and assessments
Select, write and/or re-write course material and laboratory exercises at appropriate language and skill level. Develops and coordinates necessary materials and sites for use with unit and lesson plans
Write curriculum maps for the sequence of all science courses
Participate in Professional Learning Communities
Provide project based learning opportunities for students
Imbed summative and formative assessment in instruction
Select, maintain and repair all laboratory equipment, specimens, demonstration materials, textbooks and safety equipment
Maintain knowledge and keep abreast of scientific research and technology used in the education field
Maintain accurate and timely records in PowerSchool, including attendance and report card grades/comments
Communicate regularly with families
Collaborate with the Teaching Assistant
Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

New York State certification: Deaf & Hard of Hearing and Biology required. Earth Science preferred. Or the ability to obtain NYS certification within one year of employment.
Master’s Degree
An SCPI level of Advanced preferred in American Sign Language
Knowledge and experience with classroom management and methods of instructing Deaf high school students