Release Date: July 27, 2023 Application Deadline: May 1, 2024
Requisition: 10194
Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered. Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.
Position: Home/Hospital Teacher - Internal Certificated Applicants Only
(temporary/hourly assignment)
Location: Department of Student Services
Salary: The salary for this position will be $40.00 per hour
Effective: August 2023
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TalentEd online application. In addition to the online application, any support documentation (copy of certification where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TalentEd application. The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant’s background, experience, and professional qualifications. Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review. All online applications must be completed no later than May 1, 2024. Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions. (301-475-5511, ext. 32187)
NATURE OF WORK:
The Home/Hospital Teaching Program is short-term instruction by home teachers to students who are unable to attend regular classes due to properly diagnosed physical or emotional health conditions. Instruction occurs in the home with an adult present. Generally, students receive six hours per week of instruction for approximately 60 days.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Direct and evaluate student learning experiences; and
- Provide guidance to students to promote educational development and welfare.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop an academic plan for the student;
- Develop a teaching schedule with the student and parent;
- Prepare written lessons for each student meeting;
- Plan according to the instructional needs and abilities of the student; must implement IEP, if applicable;
- Relate plans to the county curriculum and to the classroom teachers’ plans;
- Develop effective strategies to deal with physical/emotional disabilities;
- Assist students with learning activities;
- Cooperate with students and staff;
- Maintain open lines of communication with students, staff, and parents; and
- Incorporate technology into lessons.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current St. Mary's County Public Schools certificated employee;
- Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum, instruction, staff development, and assessment process; and
- Possess the ability to relate well with students, colleagues, parents, and staff.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:
Temporary/hourly assignment.
SALARY GRADE RANGE:
The salary for this position will be $40.00 per hour (current SMCPS certified teacher only)
The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise, and/or withdraw the positions.
The St. Mary’s County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.