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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/22/18

Applications Due04/12/18

Vacancy ID49805

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleInstructor, (ASL)

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $40257 to $46861 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Oneida

Street Address NYS School for the Deaf

401 Turin Street

City Rome

StateNY

Zip Code13440

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a valid New York State teaching certification or extension in American Sign Language** AND a valid New York State teaching certification in either Special Education OR Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

**Valid American Sign Language certificates and certificate extensions can be found at http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/teach/certcodes.html

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates with the following qualification:
• Experience working with deaf or hard of hearing students and staff.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, 10-month position. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of certifications will be required for all candidates at the time of interview

*Leads to a maximum salary of $66,177-$84,373 with annual performance advances.

Duties Description The NYS Education Department’s School for the Deaf is seeking applicants to fill an Instructor (American Sign Language) position. Major responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide direct instruction in American Sign Language;
• Support staff in acquiring and maintaining appropriate knowledge of American Sign Language;
• Assure that all Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) for students are being followed and that all accommodations are being adhered to;
• Assist administration in the preparation of Check Point A and B assessments
• Prepare students for the New York State Assessments in American Sign Language;
• Work with the multi-disciplinary team to develop, modify, and implement IEPs;
• Write age and ability level goals;
• Ensure that all State and local assessments are administered;
• Communicate with parents and home districts regarding progress and program needs;
• Communicate with content area teachers on academic and behavioral progress;
• Maintain all academic records, complete all necessary paperwork, and attend staff and committee meetings; and
• Attend educational and department meetings as required.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, 10-month position. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of certifications will be required for all candidates at the time of interview

*Leads to a maximum salary of $66,177-$84,373 with annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by April 12, 2018 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (Email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (RDC-216) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address nyssdjobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by April 12, 2018 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (Email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (RDC-216) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.

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