What are the responsibilities and job description for the R-0113 Temporary Teacher - Special Projects (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Wellness, Recre position at Alabama Institute for the Deaf & Blind?
R-0113 Reference#
Posting Date: March 4, 2025
Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.
Position: Temporary Teacher - Special Projects (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Wellness, Recreation)
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ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.
Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.
ABOUT THIS POSITION: STEM Academy is a program designed to improve academic skills, develop leadership skills, and enhance college readiness skills for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. This position will work with the NRSC team to assess students’ knowledge/skills and develop lessons and materials to improve students’ academic skills and/or functioning levels. Pre-assessments and post-assessments will be completed by instructors. Training for instructors will be available and there will be an allowance for additional paid time for classroom planning purposes. The Instructional program will be 3 weeks during the summer months. Instructors will work a five-day work week.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Possess a valid teaching certificate upon employment.
- Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in Deaf Education.
- Possess a sign language proficiency level of INTERMEDIATE PLUS according to the AIDB evaluation system.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preference to previous experience working with STEM Academy.
- Preference to a license in related mental health field for the wellness teacher.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide individualized instruction to students and be knowledgeable of reading, writing and/or math instructional strategies.
- Use a variety of instructional strategies and tools appropriate to the needs of the student.
- Use lessons, assessments, and content materials aligned with CCR Standards that integrate instruction across content areas.
- Provide classroom/on-site supervision and management to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
- Effective utilization of teacher aides within the classroom setting as assigned by the NRSC STP Coordinator.
- Exhibit appropriate grooming and dress which serves as an acceptable role model for students.
- Assist in the implementation of field trips, extracurricular, and special activities as requested.
- Possess competence in the use of computer programs and online courseware.
- Be able to communicate effectively and professionally with others, including individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Upon being offered employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB."
SALARY: $42.91 per hour Scale PH Rank 01
Direct deposit is required.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: March 18, 2025
Click Below to Apply:
https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Santori Little
little.santori@aidb.org or 256-761-3765
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $42.91 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43
