Teacher of the Visually Impaired - Special Education Department - (1 FTE) at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for the nearly 40,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Job Summary
To provide specialized instruction to students with visual impairments as needs are identified; provide assessment, adapted instructional materials and consultation services to students and teachers in area of specialty; and perform related Teacher of the Visually Impaired duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position is open until filled and applications will be screened on an on-going basis and qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher. License or Certificate: Valid California Special Education teaching credential authorizing teaching of the Visually Impaired. Must Have English Learner (EL) Authorization. Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
School Year: 185 days per year. Locations: This is an itinerant position. It may include travel to various SCCOE school sites. MA (pro-rated) stipend $1,500; Doctorate (pro-rated) stipend $400. Fully paid dental and vision insurance covering both employee and dependents. The employee is also provided with long-term disability insurance and life insurance. Medical benefits: There is an employee paid portion for medical benefits depending upon the medical plan chosen which covers employee and dependents. MUST SUBMIT RESUME; THREE LETTERS OF REFERENCE AND A COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position is open until filled and applications will be screened on an on-going basis and qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher. License or Certificate: Valid California Special Education teaching credential authorizing teaching of the Visually Impaired. Must Have English Learner (EL) Authorization. Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
School Year: 185 days per year. Locations: This is an itinerant position. It may include travel to various SCCOE school sites. MA (pro-rated) stipend $1,500; Doctorate (pro-rated) stipend $400. Fully paid dental and vision insurance covering both employee and dependents. The employee is also provided with long-term disability insurance and life insurance. Medical benefits: There is an employee paid portion for medical benefits depending upon the medical plan chosen which covers employee and dependents. MUST SUBMIT RESUME; THREE LETTERS OF REFERENCE AND A COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Comments and Other Information
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Assess individual abilities and needs of students with impairments and provide appropriate levels of directed learning experiences.
- Prepare reports and attend Individual Education Program meetings.
- Establish realistic and appropriate goals and objectives for each assigned student.
- Design and effectively implement an appropriate learning program for each student.
- Consult with instructional staff, parents, physicians, and outside agencies regarding specific needs of students with visual impairments.
- Modify and individualize instructional programs for the purpose of helping students to fully participate in directed learning activities.
- Evaluate, through observation, performances of each student using checklists and progress charts, and adjust learning activities accordingly.
- Interpret specialized educational program objectives to students, parents, teachers, community members and others as required.
- Review, prepare, and maintain records and confidential files; write reports.
- Transcribe lessons, books and computer software into Braille or large print for blind and/or low-vision students. Identify and use technology and specialized equipment for students’ needs.
- Promote development of positive self-esteem and feelings of accomplishment with students, teachers, and parents.
- Work within budget to purchase, create, and organize specialized materials and resources needed to carry out assigned job duties.
Comments and Other Information
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Assess individual abilities and needs of students with impairments and provide appropriate levels of directed learning experiences.
- Prepare reports and attend Individual Education Program meetings.
- Establish realistic and appropriate goals and objectives for each assigned student.
- Design and effectively implement an appropriate learning program for each student.
- Consult with instructional staff, parents, physicians, and outside agencies regarding specific needs of students with visual impairments.
- Modify and individualize instructional programs for the purpose of helping students to fully participate in directed learning activities.
- Evaluate, through observation, performances of each student using checklists and progress charts, and adjust learning activities accordingly.
- Interpret specialized educational program objectives to students, parents, teachers, community members and others as required.
- Review, prepare, and maintain records and confidential files; write reports.
- Transcribe lessons, books and computer software into Braille or large print for blind and/or low-vision students. Identify and use technology and specialized equipment for students’ needs.
- Promote development of positive self-esteem and feelings of accomplishment with students, teachers, and parents.
- Work within budget to purchase, create, and organize specialized materials and resources needed to carry out assigned job duties.
Application Deadline
3/8/2020 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
1/13/2020
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$44,241 - $92,389 annually; service credit is given for prior appropriate experience.
Length of Work Year
Position to begin August 2020 for the 2020-2021 school year and continuing; 185 day work year
Employment Type
Full Time