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Dearborn AcademyJob Posting for Part Time American Sign Language TeacherDearborn Academy, one of New Englands leading 766 approved therapeutic day schools, is seeking a half time (20 hours/week) ASL teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. Dearborn enrolls up to sixty-five students in grades 3-12 who have specific learning disabilities and/or mild to moderate emotional challenges. Our rich academic program, which includes college and career preparation, diversified student support and explicit instruction, combined with our strong clinical component, allows students who have been unsuccessful in previous school settings to achieve substantial gains.The ASL Teacher works closely with the Dearborn Academy Elementary/Middle and High School teams to create and implement an ASL language program that is responsive to and supportive of the strengths and needs of the students. The Dearborn Academy ASL Teacher will be responsible for designing and teaching a comprehensive curriculum that teaches the foundational skills necessary for accurate reading and signing in ASL.

In addition to their core teaching responsibilities, the ASL Teacher will also be involved in milieu activities such as supporting students in lunch and recess duty. The successful candidate for this challenging and rewarding position will have the following qualities and experience: Demonstrated compassion and kindness towards students, families and staffBelief that students who demonstrate unexpected behaviors have gaps in their skills, with a drive to identify these gaps and then teach to the skill areas to address these gapsExperience teaching ASL classes using multiple media and tiered instruction for all levels Experience creating and implementing a strengths-based curriculum for students that provides opportunities for success through modifications and accommodations Well-organized and able to create classroom environment supportive of learning and exploringSelf starter with a collaborative style who values a community of highly-engaged team members Responsibilities: Design and implement an ASL curriculum for students grades 3-12 that meets the developmental and social emotional needs of students Work collaboratively with Dearborn team to support a consistent and trauma-informed school cultureMaintain an organized and clean classroomActively participate in program, departmental, and school-wide trainings, meetings and activities Other duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Principal and Head of SchoolQualifications: Bachelor's Degree from accredited College or University, Masters Degree desirableCurrent Massachusetts teacher licensureFluent in ASLStrong communication skills Excellent relational skills and a strong capacity to relate to students and parentsStart date: August 25, 2023Dearborn provides a supportive team environment with a competitive wage/benefit program. If interested, please apply by providing a cover letter, resume, and three references to: Alison Mehan, Director of Curriculum and InstructionDearborn Academy575 Washington Street, Newton MA 02458Phone 781.641.5992 x 3035amehan@dearbornacademy.org--------------------------------------Equal Opportunity EmployerDearborn Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, homelessness, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. Dearborn Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workplace.

The school system's educational philosophy and personnel goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.

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