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R-9625 Adult Education Instructor, (Full-Time position/Deaf Caseload) - E. H. Gentry (Based in Talladega, AL 230 Days, Tuesdays-Saturdays)-Re-Advertised

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Position Number: 4642883
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Education - Adult and Distance Education (study of)

R-9625 Adult Education Instructor, (Full-Time position/Deaf Caseload) - E. H. Gentry (Based in Talladega, AL 230 Days, Tuesdays-Saturdays)-Re-Advertised

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

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R-9625 Reference #11422555515105

Posting Date: September 27, 2023

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 permitted by federal laws. 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 disabilities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

POSITION: Adult Education Instructor, (Full-Time position/Deaf Caseload) - E. H. Gentry

(Based in Talladega, AL - 230 Days, Tuesdays-Saturdays)

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

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 multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The E. H. Gentry Facility is one of the most distinct and comprehensive education and rehabilitation programs in the United States. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to a championship philosophy that underscores the genuine belief in and potential of all individuals. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources and, collectively, we share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and opening the doors to opportunity is where it all begins!

ABOUT YOU

As the full-time E. H. Gentry Adult Education Instructor, you will provide Adult Education classes at E.H. Gentry to adults with sensory loss utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and tools appropriate to the needs of the student. You will design lesson plans aligned with College and Career Readiness (CCR) Standards that integrate instruction across content areas while applying research-based instructional practices that incorporate the use of computers and other technologies. You will need to be knowledgeable of reading, writing, and/or math instructional strategies and provide GED preparation instruction. You will also develop lesson plans and follow appropriate curricula as determined by adult education assessment instruments; provide classroom supervision and management to ensure a safe and effective learning environment, individualized instruction to accommodate the individual student's intellectual and academic functioning levels; prepare and maintain adult education reports, and be able to communicate effectively with individuals who have a sensory loss.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Special Education: Deaf Education, Learning Disabilities, or related field
Must possess a valid Alabama Teaching Certificate. Must be able to obtain reciprocity with the State of Alabama within six (6) months of employment.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of relevant and recent teaching experience.
May have to work a flex schedule (weekday evenings or Saturday) and/ or provide in-class or distance learning opportunities according to the individual needs of students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in Education.
Experience in teaching individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing.
Demonstrated computer skills and knowledge of instructional practices that incorporate distance learning strategies and platforms.
Proven ability to provide reading and language instruction to students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Demonstrated knowledge of technology instruction that promotes daily digital literacy skills.
Experience teaching mathematics remediation/money management instruction.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Possess a sign language proficiency interview of INTERMEDIATE PLUS according to the AIDB evaluation system (if hired to serve students who are deaf and hard of hearing).

Must participate in professional development opportunities related to an understanding of vision, hearing, and dual sensory loss along with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Must be willing to attend ongoing professional development.
Complete AIDB online training on Deafness, Low Vision, DeafBlindness, and Multiple Disabilities within 12 months of hire.
Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB."

Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision insurance available-Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
Deferred compensation options available
Paid time off

SALARY: $55,338 - $73,407 Scale G1 Rank IB

$64,863 - $84,351 Scale G1 Rank AA

$69,054 - $89,162 Scale G1 Rank II

Direct deposit is required.

This is an exempt position, not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: October 27,2023

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=3073&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=15741&PageID=1469