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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. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.

<div id="divJobDetails">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:  ExemptQualifications:<ol><li>Masters Degree or 18 hours graduate credit in field preferred.</li><li>Successful completion of BCI/FBI background check</li><li>Valid Ohio Department of Education licensure/credentials or Alternative Teaching Licensure</li><li>Teachers with the ability to teach courses as a College Credit Plus (CCP) approved class are preferred</li></ol>Position DescriptionThe 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:<ol><li>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 manner</li><li>Develops 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 mandates</li><li>Applies 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 quality</li><li>Participates/Assists in American Sign Language course scheduling, participates/assists with other department needs, meetings, and professional development meetings as assigned</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned</li></ol>Other Duties:<ol><li>Ensures safety of students, taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities</li><li>Maintains a positive attitude and demeanor toward children.</li><li>Participates in team meetings when requested</li><li>Demonstrates the ability to maintain strict confidentiality concerning students enrolled in the program, their progress, and other personally identifiable information</li><li>Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development by remaining current in the literature and best practices that inform the field</li><li>Participates in on-going professional development opportunities</li><li>Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.</li><li>Participates in mandatory MVESC meetings and activities (e.g., goal setting, required training activities).</li><li>The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment at the Center.</li><li>Serves as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings</li><li>Helps instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values</li></ol>OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs all other duties as required or requested by the SuperintendentADDITIONAL 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/collaborationEQUIPMENT 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.</div>

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Ability to develop individual educational plans and collaborate with others to implement services; teach, including the organization of the learning environment; analyze curriculum; mobilize resources and use a variety of educational techniques; have a working knowledge of special education laws, rules and regulations; develop rapport with students, parents, primary care takers and co-workers; prepare reports; maintain records; and communicate effectively. Under general supervision, constructs and implements individual education plans for students with speech and/or language disorders, conducts evaluations required to determine eligibility for services and to document student progress toward goals and objectives; participates in parent conferences to share information pertaining to student progress; and provides support to the staff.

<div id="divJobDetails">Thank you for taking time to consider working for the Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center. Submitting your application for a future Speech and Language Pathologist 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.QUALIFICATIONS:<ol><li>Master's Degree with major study in speech pathology and audiology</li><li>Valid Ohio pupil services speech language pathologist license</li><li>Experience with early childhood children and school-age children preferred</li><li>Valid Ohio driver's license or have transportation to off-site job related functions</li><li>Successful completion of BCI/FBI background checks</li></ol>POSITION DESCRIPTION:Under general supervision, constructs and implements individual education plans for students with speech and/or language disorders, conducts evaluations required to determine eligibility for services and to document student progress toward goals and objectives; participates in parent conferences to share information pertaining to student progress; and provides support to the staff.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  (The below list is not ranked in order of importance.)<ol><li>Ensure safety of students, taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities</li><li>Provide direct, indirect and consultative speech services to students with a documented deficit in the communication area</li><li>Assist in the evaluation process of students with suspected speech, hearing and language delays and/or in the reevaluation of assigned students</li><li>Prepare and implement individual educational plans containing present levels of performance, annual goals including short term objectives, a statement of the specific educational service, the projected date of initiation and anticipated duration of such services, and the appropriate objective criteria and evaluation procedures</li><li>Write lesson plans that reflect the content of the annual goals and short term objectives of the IEP and encompass skills that will lead to independence as an adult</li><li>Establish and maintain a daily system of documentation/information collection to verify implementation of individual student progress toward goals and objectives relating to language, articulation, fluency and/or voice</li><li>Serve as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for speech/language improvement and listening activities</li><li>Provide information, support and counseling to parents and families regarding speech, hearing and language development</li><li>Communicate and cooperate with the classroom instructional and administrative staff on an ongoing basis</li><li>Travel to program sites and/or homes of students to provide instruction or assessment activities</li><li>Assist in the proper referral of individuals and communicate as appropriate to agencies and specialists within the community</li><li>Complete written reports as assigned by the administration in an accurate and timely manner</li><li>Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance</li><li>Maintain required license(s)</li><li>The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment at the Center.</li><li>Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings</li><li>Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values</li></ol>OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ol><li>Initially complete 6 hours of training in First Aid, Communicable Disease, and Prevention of Child Abuse and assume responsibility for periodic updates</li><li>Participate in in-service training and professional development</li><li>Perform all other duties as required or requested by the superintendent</li></ol>ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS:<ol><li>Typical school/classroom setting with students who may have severe and/or multiple impairments</li><li>The loading and unloading of supplies, materials, and equipment for off-site projects is required.</li></ol>KNOWLEDGE OF:Basic knowledge of board policies and procedures; thorough knowledge of individual educational plans, teaching techniques and strategies, local state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding special education, and the concept of least restrictive environmentSKILLS IN:Written composition and technical writing, record keeping, planning and organization, student performance evaluation, diagnostic/prescriptive teaching, classroom management, classroom management, and public speakingABILITY TO:Ability to develop individual educational plans and collaborate with others to implement services; teach, including the organization of the learning environment; analyze curriculum; mobilize resources and use a variety of educational techniques; have a working knowledge of special education laws, rules and regulations; develop rapport with students, parents, primary care takers and co-workers; prepare reports; maintain records; and communicate effectively. Ability to design a sequential program of language skills leading to independence as an adult with objectives that encompass one or more occupational skillsEQUIPMENT OPERATED:Typical school technology as well as assistive technology (e.g., communication devices, etc.)TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Dates of the work period will be stated in the employment contractPERFORMANCE EVALUATION:The Speech/Language Pathologist will be evaluated by the Director of Student Services or the Director of Early Childhood Programs or their designee in accordance with the procedures identified by law and including the standards established by the organization. The Speech/Language Pathologist will be given a copy of the evaluation instrument and standards in advance and he or she will be expected to conduct a self-evaluation and establish a minimum of one goal annually to advance knowledge, skill and/or ability in a job related area.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.</div>

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