Teacher VI, Teacher O&M

Job Description:

We’re Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind and we’ve been around for a while, 110 years serving the Deaf and the Blind communities.  A lot has changed, besides innovation, at the heart of ASDB’s continued success is the dedication, connection, and strength of our teams.  Our teams are our advantage and the reason for the success of our students.

What makes ASDB the place to be:

• Connected and Supportive Teams
• Professional Development and Mentoring
• Growth and Opportunities
• Honest and ethical interactions
• Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency
• Valued and Respected
• Empowered
• Low Student to Teacher Ratio
• Instructional Assistance
• Competitive Salaries
• Outstanding Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunities throughout Arizona
• Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

What are some of the positions we offer:

• Teachers of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing
• Teachers of the Blind/Visually Impaired, O&M

What makes you an ideal team member:

• Dedication
• Passion for Student Success
• Thrive in both team and independent roles
• Solution-focused
• Honest communications
• Value and respect a diverse community

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Education – Related degree in fields related to the education of children who are Blind/Visually Impaired, or Deafblind.  Serving Birth to Grade 12
• Experience – preferred, but dedication, passion, and mentoring will help you shine too!
• Special Skills – ASL or Braille, would be a WOW
• Compliance – Arizona Department of Education Certification or ability to become certified within 3 years.  Ability to obtain AzDPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Compensation Range

Placement is based on degree and up to 25 years of certified classroom teaching experience.

The range is $42,545 to $105,700

New Teacher Signing Bonus of $1,500.00

Additionally the position is eligible for Proposition 301 monies up to $3,000

Leave Your Mark

If you feel becoming part of our leading-edge aligns with your mission and values, introduce yourself, we look forward to getting to know you better.

To introduce yourself:  asdb.az.gov/teamworks or call 520.770.3245

Qualifications:

• Education – Related degree in fields related to the education of children who are Blind/Visually Impaired, or Deafblind.  Serving Birth to Grade 12
• Experience – preferred, but dedication, passion, and mentoring will help you shine too!
• Special Skills – Braille, would be a WOW
• Compliance – Arizona Department of Education Certification or ability to become certified within 3 years.  Ability to obtain AzDPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Additional Certifications – COMS as related to position