AddressNY HELP No
Agency Education Department, State
Title Instructor (Social Studies, Grades 7-12), Box ROM-427/00145
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 Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
"Other" Explanation Monday (8:00am – 3:30pm) and 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 have a bachelor’s degree or higher AND possess a valid NYS Teaching Certificate in 7-12 Social Studies. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates with the following qualifications: • The ability to communicate through ASL/Sign Language or willingness to learn;• Experience working with special needs students, particularly students who are deaf or hard of hearing;
Duties Description The NYS Education Department’s School for the Deaf is seeking an Instructor (Social Studies Teacher, Grades 7-12). Duties of this position will include but not be limited to:• Instructing students in an academic subject area (Social Studies, Grades 7-12).• Preparing daily lesson plans, learning units and instructional materials based on curriculum standards, course outlines and associated assessments developed by the State Education Department.• Conducting classroom instruction using current teaching methods, observations and facilitation as well as computer technology skills; using audiovisual equipment, laboratory experiments and group projects as appropriate.• Observing, evaluating and preparing written expectations for the instructor assistants assigned to the class.• Serving 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.• Evaluating and assessing student progress and involvement in the learning process through classroom observation, administering tests, correcting work assignments, and using grading systems such as rubrics.• Responsibility for classroom management and maintaining order and discipline in the classroom and elsewhere on campus; assisting students in reading personal responsibility goals as defined in their Individual Education Program (IEPs); supervising after-school detention as required.• Preparing evaluation reports, report cards and deficiency notices; writing quarterly progress reports and IEPs for all students; maintaining daily attendance records.• Participating in departmental staff, parent and multidisciplinary team meetings and meetings of various committees to discuss students’ learning progress, behavior, medical and other problems related to education.• May have responsibility for training, intake evaluation, testing, curriculum, or supervision in specific areas of special expertise, including speech language skills, learning disabilities (special needs), career preparation, work-study programs, vocation assessment and student personal guidance.• Responsibility for preparing students for 3-8 Social Studies assessment, as well as RCTs and Regents exams.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, unclassified, 10-month appointment with the potential of working during the summer school session. 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 certification will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess a valid NYS Teaching Certificate in 7-12 Social Studies at the time of hire. Continued employment as an Instructor (Social Studies, 7-12) is dependent upon maintaining a valid NYS Teaching Certificate in Social Studies, 7-12. Failure to maintain a valid NYS Teaching Certificate in Social Studies, 7-12 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) and 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: Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by 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-427/00145) 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.
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 Applying APPLICATION: Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by 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-427/00145) 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.
