Company Information
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Company Name: Mn State Academies
Website: https://www.msa.state.mn.us/

Job Information
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Job Title: Special Teacher
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: Flexible
Address:
615 Olof Hanson Dr
Faribault, Minnesota. 55088
United States

Job Description:
This announcement will be used to fill a Special Teacher position at the MN
State Academy for the Deaf.

This is a ten month per year position; the work schedule follows the school
calendar.
Under general supervision, contributes to the design and delivery of academic
instructional programs to deaf/hard of hearing or deaf/blind students.
Provides educational instruction and uses a variety of techniques to
encourage appropriate behaviors.

**Positions at MN State Academy for the Deaf require American Sign Language
(ASL) skills. Candidates will be assessed for signing skills prior to hire**



Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
•	A valid Minnesota Teacher license from the Minnesota Department of
Education OR the ability to obtain one prior to start date.
•	Knowledge of the deaf/hard of hearing and deaf/blind students and
educational practices
•	Skill in writing basic reports, using arithmetic, and reading and
interpreting charts and graphs
•	Fluency in American Sign Language
•	Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand written
policies and procedures and education plans and to maintain records and
documentation
•	Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide
instruction to students
•	Ability to perform emergency procedures and personal safety techniques

Preferred Qualifications
•	Knowledge of curriculum, language acquisition and educational best
practices as it relates to deaf/hard of hearing students and/or deaf/blind
students.
•	Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students
•	Knowledge of the data practices as it relates to work in the social/human
services field
•	Demonstration of advanced sign skills

Physical Requirements
•	Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and be able to sit,
stand and walk throughout the workday

Additional Requirements
Employment is contingent upon criminal background check results



Links to External Job Postings:
Title: Mn Careers
URL: http://www.mn.gov/careers


Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume, Cover Letter, Transcript, Application Form
Majors Desired:: Education
Degree levels accepted:: Bachelor

Application Information
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Apply online at:: http://www.mn.gov/careers
Additional Instructions:
Apply as an external candidate