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Agency Education Department, State

Title Instructor (Special Education/Teacher of the Deaf), Box ROM-428/00117

Occupational Category No Preference

Salary Grade NS

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

Salary Range From $47153 to $98827 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Monday 8:00am - 3:30pm, Tuesday through Friday 7:45am – 3:15pm.

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7:30 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Oneida

Street Address New York State School for the Deaf

City Rome

State NY

Zip Code 13440

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a valid NYS Teaching Certificate in Special Education OR possess a valid NYS Teacher of the Deaf certificate.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates with the following qualifications: • Experience working with students with disabilities, particularly students who are deaf or hard of hearing;• Ability to communicate through ASL/Sign Language;• Teaching certificates in additional content/subject areas;• Experience working with adults as part of a team.

Duties Description The NYS Education Department’s Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Instructor (Special Education/Teacher of the Deaf) position at the New York State School for the Deaf. Duties of this position will include, but not be limited to, the following:• Instruct students in an academic subject area;• Prepare daily lesson plans, learning units and instructional materials based on curriculum standards, course outlines and associated assessments developed by the State Education Department;• Conduct classroom instruction using current teaching methods, observations and facilitation as well as computer technology skills, audiovisual equipment, and group projects as appropriate;• Observe and evaluate Special Education Assistants assigned to the class, prepare written expectations;• Serve as an evaluator and site visitor to programs and placements as they relate to students applying to the School for the Deaf from other districts;• Evaluate and assess student progress and involvement in the learning process through classroom observation, administering tests, correcting work assignments and using grading systems such as rubrics;• Utilize classroom management and maintain order and discipline in the classroom and elsewhere on campus, supervise after-school detention as required;• Assist students in reaching personal responsibility goals as defined in their Individual Education Program (IEPs); • Prepare evaluation reports, IEPs, report cards and deficiency notices; write quarterly progress reports and IEPs for all students; maintaining daily attendance records;• Participate in departmental staff, parent and multidisciplinary team meetings and meetings of various committees to discuss students’ learning progress, behavior, needs and other issues related to education;• Perform training, intake evaluation, testing, curriculum or supervision in specific areas of special expertise, learning disabilities (special needs), career preparation, work-study programs, vocation assessment and student personal guidance, as assigned; and• Prepare students for assessments, including RCTs and Regents exams, and for transition to post-secondary education or the work force.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, 10-month position. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and/or transcripts will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. Candidates are required to possess a NYS teaching certificate in Special Education OR a NYS Teacher of the Deaf certificate at the time of hire. Continued employment as an Instructor is dependent upon maintaining a NYS teaching certificate in Special Education OR a NYS Teacher of the Deaf certificate. Failure to maintain a NYS teaching certificate in Special Education OR a NYS Teacher of the Deaf certificate will result in removal from employment. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division 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. Fees associated with fingerprinting do not apply if applicant’s fingerprints exist in the NYS TEACH System.The work schedule for this position includes hours of Monday 8:00am - 3:30pm, Tuesday through Friday 7:45am – 3:15pm.This position leads to a maximum salary of $77, 510-$98,827 based on annual performance advances. APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 22, 2024 to NYSSDjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-428/00117) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records. Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start? Visit these links for information on working for New York State: • https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/ • https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdfGenerous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:Holiday & Paid Time Off• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service. • Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C. • Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.Health Care Benefits• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional Benefits• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only). • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).• Opportunities for telecommuting.• Eligibility for various life insurance options.

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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 Applying APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 22, 2024 to NYSSDjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-428/00117) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.