<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><div><br><br>Jim Y. McCollum<div>President </div><div>Shoreline Chapter </div><div>National Federation of the Blind (NFB) of Connecticut </div><div>Legislative Co-ordinator, NFB of CT </div><div><a href="mailto:j.mccollum64@comcast.net">j.mccollum64@comcast.net</a> </div><div>860-581-0430 (mobile) </div><div>203-535-1620 (home) </div><div><br><div>Sent from my iPhone</div></div></div><div><br>Begin forwarded message:<br><br></div><blockquote type="cite"><div><b>From:</b> "Sigman, Brian" <<a href="mailto:Brian.Sigman@ct.gov">Brian.Sigman@ct.gov</a>><br><b>Date:</b> February 6, 2017 at 12:33:17 PM EST<br><b>To:</b> DORS-DL BESB <<a href="mailto:DORS-DLBESB@ct.gov">DORS-DLBESB@ct.gov</a>>, "'<a href="mailto:nercve@lists.umb.edu">nercve@lists.umb.edu</a>'" <<a href="mailto:nercve@lists.umb.edu">nercve@lists.umb.edu</a>>, 'Robert McCulley' <<a href="mailto:Robert.Mcculley@umb.edu">Robert.Mcculley@umb.edu</a>>, "'<a href="mailto:ncsab_members@ncsab.org">ncsab_members@ncsab.org</a>''" <<a href="mailto:ncsab_members@ncsab.org">ncsab_members@ncsab.org</a>'>, "'<a href="mailto:barb@aerbvi.org">barb@aerbvi.org</a>'" <'<a href="mailto:barb@aerbvi.org">barb@aerbvi.org</a>'>, "''McCarthy, Thomas P. (Human Services-Rehab Studies'" <<a href="mailto:tmccarth@assumption.edu">tmccarth@assumption.edu</a>>, "'<a href="mailto:kingche@ccsu.edu">kingche@ccsu.edu</a>'" <'<a href="mailto:kingche@ccsu.edu">kingche@ccsu.edu</a>'>, "'<a href="mailto:Robert.Mcculley@umb.edu">Robert.Mcculley@umb.edu</a>'" <'<a href="mailto:Robert.Mcculley@umb.edu">Robert.Mcculley@umb.edu</a>'>, "'Michael P Accordino'" <<a href="mailto:maccordi@springfieldcollege.edu">maccordi@springfieldcollege.edu</a>><br><b>Subject:</b> <b>Employment Opportunities - Educations Consultant -CT Dept of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind</b><br><br></div></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><div>
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES (DORS)
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">JOB OPPORTUNITY </span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">EDUCATION CONSULTANT 1 (B.E.S.B.) (10 MONTHS)
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">PLEASE FOLLOW THE SPECIFIC APPLICATION FILING INSTRUCTIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE!
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Open To: The Public </span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Location: Cheshire, Windsor and Stamford
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Job Posting No: 81695, 34738, 83373
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Hours: Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week (September to June)
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Bargaining Unit: Education Administrators (P3-A)
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Salary: $62,864.00* - $80,984.00 (EA-25)
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">* Employees new to state service start at the minimum of the range
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Closing Date: February 3, 2017 – February 28, 2017
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">The Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind, is recruiting for three (3) Education Consultant 1 (10 months) positions. The preferred candidates should be organized
individuals who work well independently and collaboratively with others. In addition, the preferred candidates should be knowledgeable in the principles and methods of education of children who are blind and visually impaired, including children with multiple
impairments. This includes all areas of the expanded core curriculum (ECC). Responsibilities will include traveling statewide.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">The preferred candidates should:
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<p class="Default" style="margin-bottom:1.2pt"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"> Be knowledgeable in the Unified English Braille (UEB) and Nemeth braille codes.
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<p class="Default" style="margin-bottom:1.2pt"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"> Have an understanding of the different areas of the expanded core curriculum (ECC) and demonstrate an ability to consult and provide direct instruction in these areas, including
career education. <o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default" style="margin-bottom:1.2pt"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"> Be knowledgeable in curriculum adaptation and modification specific to the blind and visually impaired population, including children with multiple impairments.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"> Be familiar with the different types of assistive technology designed to support the blind and visually impaired; be able to perform function vision assessment and be able to consult with education team
members to provide direct instruction to students. <o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Examples of Duties: </span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Instructs in the specialized and basic skills of braille reading and writing, typewriting, and may assist with arithmetic, science or art adaptations
and any other instructional tasks as assigned; plans and arranges for the provision of specialized and appropriate materials and equipment such as braille, recorded and large print textbooks, braille-writers, typewriters, talking book machines required by
the individual student; acts as interpreter between school and home; assists in securing appropriate training other than public school education as needed; assists parents with proper school placement; arranges for diagnostic evaluations if not available locally
through the local districts; serves on division committees; makes case reports; answers correspondence clearly; speaks before parent, volunteer and professional groups.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Knowledge of the principles and methods of education of the blind and visually handicapped with emphasis on braille instruction; ability to deal effectively with others; ability in written and oral expression.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">General Experience: </span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Graduation from college (graduation shall be considered successful completion of a four-year college course or its equivalent) and not less
than twelve (12) semester hours credit in courses applicable to the blind or partially-sighted. OR IN LIEU THEREOF an equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable to the State Board of Education for certification.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Special Requirement: </span>
</b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Possession of a certificate in special education in the area of teaching or partially-sighted issued by the State Board of Education.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Note: </span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Candidates must be able to produce a certificate, prior to hire.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">The filling of this position will be in accordance with reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules, if applicable.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Application Instructions: </span>
</b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above requirements should submit the following and forward as indicated below:
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">1. State of Connecticut Application for Employment (CT-HR-12), available online at: <a href="http://www.das.state.ct.us/exam/default.asp#APPLICATION_FORMS">www.das.state.ct.us/exam/default.asp#APPLICATION_FORMS</a>
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">2. Copy of College transcripts (Original will be required upon hire)
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<p class="Default" style="margin-bottom:.65pt"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">3. Three (3) professional reference letters from current and/or former supervisors, or performance appraisals.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">4. Candidates currently employed in state service, please submit your two (2) most recent service ratings in lieu of references with your application materials.
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Department of Rehabilitation Services
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">55 Farmington Avenue, 12th Floor
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Hartford, CT. 06105 </span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">ATTN: Human Resources </span>
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">OR EMAIL TO: <a href="mailto:DORS.Recruitment@ct.gov">DORS.Recruitment@ct.gov</a>
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">THE JOB POSTING NUMBER MUST BE IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF THE EMAIL
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Incomplete, blank or late applications will not be considered. Also, no fax or hand-delivered copies will be accepted.
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">PLEASE NOTE: The primary contact will be via email if provided on your application.
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE February 28, 2017
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="Default"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt">The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">If you are requesting special accommodations under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) please contact DORS Human Resources at 860-424-4985 or <a href="mailto:DORS.Recruitment@ct.gov">DORS.Recruitment@ct.gov</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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