Teacher - Math

Job Description:

Teacher - Math

Description

Teacher for the remainder of the 2024/25, or 2025/26 School Year

Salary: $46,104 - $57,528 annually (based on 209 working school days - range based on education/experience)

Location: Missouri School for the Deaf (MSD), 505 E. 5 th St., Fulton, MO 65251

The incumbent must have the ability to perform the essential functions below either with or without reasonable accommodations .

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teaches subject matter appropriate to educational background and certification.
• Develops, implements and evaluates the individual educational plan for each student.
• Plans and outlines class work within prescribed limits; assembles and prepares learning materials for special study.
• Keeps scholastic and attendance records.
• Gives individual instruction and encouragement as needed.
• May operate as part of a teaching team. May assist in teacher training of peers and student teachers/interns. Participates in conferences/meetings with parents.
• Confers with building Supervisor and/or parents regarding students' needs, progress and/or abilities.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Considerable knowledge of modern practices, techniques and methods of teaching, particularly as this applies to the area of education for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
• Ability to use constructive behavior management in a classroom.
• Ability to assess needs of students and develop program accordingly.
• Ability to work effectively with students.
• Ability to communicate effectively through writing, reading and/or speech and sign language.
• Ability to make accurate observations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Must meet the required American Sign Language competency level of Advanced.

EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Missouri State Teachers’ Certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Bachelors or Master's degree in Deaf Education or Special Education with ASL skills from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant

NOTE: If a college degree is a requirement for this position, transcripts MUST be submitted with the application in order to be considered for employment. Failure to include transcripts (when required for the position) with your application will eliminate the application from the review process .

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@msd.dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov .

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.



To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

Salary:

$46,104.00 per Year