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Thank you for taking time to consider working for the Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center. Submitting your application for a future American Sign Language Teacher (ASL) position will allow us to review your qualifications. We strongly recommend that you sign-up for job alerts and check back frequently for new job postings on the Job Listings page.

When the appropriate certified vacancy does arise, you can log-on to your account and quickly transfer your application to be considered for that position. Reports to: Distance Learning Coordinator/Director of the Center for Leading and LearningFLSA Status: Exempt Qualifications:Masters Degree or 18 hours graduate credit in field preferred.Successful completion of BCI/FBI background checkValid Ohio Department of Education licensure/credentials or Alternative Teaching LicensureTeachers with the ability to teach courses as a College Credit Plus (CCP) approved class are preferredPosition Description The Instructor of American Sign Language is responsible for the instruction of courses in American Sign Language (World Language) and provides classroom and lab instruction in various American Sign Language courses including ASL 1, ASL 2, ASL 3, and ASL 4. The American Sign Language Instructor will teach to various districts in a blended learning format

Course meetings will occur live through video conference several days per week and will be supplemented with online content posted on a learning management system. The American Sign Language teacher will work collaboratively with the American Sign Language Teaching Assistant and the Distance Learning Coordinator. Essential Functions: Teaches assigned American Sign Language Course Sections, in accordance with the Muskingum Valley ESC schedule; maintains written instructional standards and detailed lesson plans; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; teaches live via video conference and posts supplemental course materials through an identified LMS; informs students in writing of grades; supplies school districts with grade reports at identified timelines; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes/maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely mannerDevelops new courses as needed, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools; reviews and updates course outlines, syllabi, textbooks, and course procedure sheets for American Sign Language courses; assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates and state mandatesApplies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful American Sign Language program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program qualityParticipates/Assists in American Sign Language course scheduling, participates/assists with other department needs, meetings, and professional development meetings as assignedPerforms other related duties as assignedOther Duties:Ensures safety of students, taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilitiesMaintains a positive attitude and demeanor toward children.Participates in team meetings when requestedDemonstrates the ability to maintain strict confidentiality concerning students enrolled in the program, their progress, and other personally identifiable informationAssumes responsibility for professional growth and development by remaining current in the literature and best practices that inform the fieldParticipates in on-going professional development opportunitiesDemonstrates regular and predictable attendance.Participates in mandatory MVESC meetings and activities (e.g., goal setting, required training activities).The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment at the Center.Serves as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beingsHelps instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic valuesOTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs all other duties as required or requested by the Superintendent ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Due to the challenging behavioral needs of some students, there may be exposure to verbal abuse and/or physical aggression

The staff member is determined to be at Category 1 regarding exposure to bodily fluids including blood, human tissue, or bodily fluids and must utilize "universal precautions" as a standard operating procedure. SKILLS IN: Blended learning strategies, planning and organization, and teamwork/collaboration EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Typical school technology. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Dates of the work period will be stated in the employment contract.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: The ASL teacher will be evaluated by MVESC personnel and his or her designee in accordance with the procedures identified by law and including the standards established by the organization. The employee will be required to follow the guidelines identified in the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES). The Muskingum Valley ESC Governing Board is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.

This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the Service Center. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.