Long Term Substitute Teacher, Benefits Eligible

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR

LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER 

CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED

REV:                            3/26/2025

POST:                         08/24/2026

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth, and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools.  There is also much to do in West Hartford.  There is a wide array of parks and recreation.  There are pools and hiking trails.  There are historic sites to visit as well.  If shopping is on the list, then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

Position:                                 Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Department:                          Core/PACES   

Supervisor:                            Principal

Description:                           10 months – Benefits eligible

Union Status:                        Non-Collective Bargaining

SCOPE OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the departmental principal, instructs PACES, Vocational and/or Core students in academic subjects.         

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Teaches a variety of academic subjects, including functional and applied academics.
• Prepares appropriate materials and lesson plans.
• Writes report cards, progress reports and other documents, as needed.
• Assists in developing I.E.P.s and participates in PPT meetings, child staffings and other meetings.
• Evaluates and reports on student performance using both standard and teacher made assessments.
• Participates in school curriculum planning, development and revision.
• Implements behavior management programs as necessary.
• Actively supports and utilizes Positive Behavioral Intervention Supports (PBIS) in all school environments.
• Participates in staff development, may serve as organizational advisor.
• Participates in departmental, school-wide committee work, curriculum work.
• Directs the work of Teacher Aides and Residential Counselors in the classroom.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Deaf Education preferred. 
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.     
• Proficiency in American Sign Language required or willingness and commitment to learn 

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Compensation range is based on experience and available upon request
• Outstanding benefits package including Retirement 403B with generous school matching, group health insurance, and other fringe benefits. 
• $1000 sign on bonus after one year of service

ASD is ALL ways able. If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department. 

The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).     

All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.