[Job-Listings] Orientation and Mobility job in Louisiana

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Job Bulletin

STATE OF LOUISIANA

invites applications for the position of:

OUTREACH TEACHER (Orientation & Mobility)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

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OPENING DATE:

Wed. 11/18/20

CLOSING DATE:

Continuous

SALARY:

JOB TYPE:

Unclassified

LOCATION:

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

The LA SCHOOL FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED is seeking an

 OUTREACH TEACHER (ORIENTATION & MOBILITY)

Please note:  This position requires frequent travel possibly greater than
100 miles/day.

The Louisiana Special Schools do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in our programs and

activities, and we provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be referred to

Kenyetta Sewell, Human Resources Director at

ksewell at lsdvi.org <mailto:ksewell at lsdvi.org>

.

 RELEASE OF ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION INFORMATION: La. R.S. 17:3884(D) requires that any school board wishing to hire a person who has been assessed or

evaluated pursuant to the Children First Act, La. R.S. 17:3871, et seq., whether that person is already employed by that school system or not, shall request

such person's assessment and evaluation results as part of the application process. Please be advised that, as part of the mandated process, your previous

assessment and evaluation results will be requested. You have the opportunity to apply, review the information received, and provide any response or information

you deem appropriate.

 Physical Activity Level:

 The employee must be able to perform assigned duties without significant risk of substantial harm to his/her own safety/security and the safety/security

of others. Some work is performed in physically comfortable positions with little or light physical effort, and some work requires moderate effort.
Lifting

thirty to forty pounds may be required and brief periods of heavy muscular exertion may be required.  Interpreting/and transliterating, and teaching visually

impaired students, require extended use of the upper body muscles and fine motor movements of the hands.  Physical requirements are subject to reasonable

accommodation in accordance with ADA standards.

 There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed.  Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the

interview process, should you be selected.

 No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete

an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.  Applicants can check the status of their application

at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into their account.

 Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official State application.

 Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify

credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added

as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 757-3206. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

 The State of Louisiana only accepts online applications. Paper applications will not be accepted. Computer access is available at your local library,

at local Louisiana Workforce Commission

Business Career Solutions Centers,

and at our Baton Rouge Information and Testing Office at 5825 Florida Boulevard, Room 1070, Baton Rouge, LA 70806.  If you require an ADA accommodation,

please contact our office at (225) 925-1911 or Toll Free: (866) 783-5462 during business hours for additional assistance.

 (Please note:  Libraries and LWC centers cannot provide in-depth assistance to applicants with limited computer skills; therefore, we suggest that such

applicants have someone with computer proficiency accompany them to these facilities to assist with the computer application process.  Also, no State Civil

Service employees are housed at the libraries or LWC centers to answer specific questions about the hiring process.  Such questions should be directed

to our Baton Rouge Information and Testing Office at the phone numbers above or by visiting the office on Florida Blvd. where assistance is available.

 Information is also provided on our job seeker website at

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 For further information about this vacancy contact LSDVI Human Resources,
(225) 757-3208.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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. Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or a related field.

. Possess or is eligible for Louisiana Ancillary Certification in Orientation and Mobility as outlined in Part CXXXI,  Title 28/Education; Bulletin 746--Louisiana

Standards for State Certification of School Personnel; Chapter 4, Subchapter
A-410

. ACVREP OR NOMC Certification in Orientation and Mobility.

. Knowledge of appropriate skills in orientation and mobility and the use of low vision aids.

. Must possess, or be willing to acquire, knowledge of and ability to apply current standards-based educational practices associated with children who

are blind/visually impaired to a variety of settings.

. Knowledge of appropriate teaching methods in orientation and mobility and other aids related to visual impairments/blindness.

. Must possess a current Driver's License and the ability to be certified through the State Driver Safety Program.

. Must have access to reliable transportation to retrieve/return state vehicles and/or rental vehicles in order to perform job duties.  Must have access

to personal telephone services at home.  Frequent travel greater than 100 miles/day is required.

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JOB CONCEPTS:

I.    Program Management Responsibilities

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. Implements Louisiana Schools for the Deaf and Visually Impaired (LSDVI) instructional philosophy, program, and curricula when providing outreach services

to children and their families.

. Exhibits knowledge of special education rules and regulations associated with implementation of state and federal laws.

. Exhibits understanding of handicapped children and their needs, especially the visually impaired children served by the school and demonstrates awareness

of specialists, agencies, and organizations that serve disabled children and their families.

. Demonstrates appropriate and effective office management skills such as planning, organizing and implementing.

. Exercises good judgment in making decisions.

. Maintains accurate records of contacts, instructional strategies implemented, current calendar of appointments, expense account forms, inventory records

and student records; exercises confidentiality of information in accordance with requirements of the law.

. Applies knowledge and skills of program supervision demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal skills.

. Maintains a positive relationship with professional associates, the community, the parents of the students and state and local agencies.

. Exhibits understanding of disabled children and their needs

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  II.    Programmatic Responsibilities

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. Travels throughout Louisiana to provide outreach services to children and their families.

. Travels to LSVI campus on annually identified dates to assist with instruction and student activities such as White Cane Day, Braille Challenge, etc.

as directed by the supervisor.

. Administer prescribed pre and post tests to evaluate the student progress.

. Provides input for decisions regarding placement of children in appropriate educational programs.

. Uses designated curricula and materials in the teaching/learning process in a variety of approaches and techniques which develop lesson objectives and

meet child and family needs.

. Prepares and utilizes appropriate materials to meet specific needs of the child and the family.

. Develop weekly lesson plans for child ages 0 - 3 for supervisory review.

. Specifies learner outcomes in clear, concise objectives; includes activities that develop objectives; identifies materials needed for lessons; and states

method(s) of evaluation.

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 III.   Professional Conduct

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. Demonstrates reliability and punctuality in attendance and in meeting obligations.

. Exhibits professional ethics.

. Exhibits initiative and recognizes and follows established communication channels.

. Exhibits a willingness to accept and use suggestions for improvement.

. Uses time effectively.

. May be required to develop and implement a Professional Growth Plan in consultation with the designated supervisor.

. May be required to complete a self-evaluation.

. Maintains an appropriate student-adult relationship and respects the individual worth and dignity of each student.

. Demonstrates appropriate and effective skills in Braille, orientation and mobility, adaptive technology and low vision aids.

. Performs other duties as assigned.

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EXAMPLES OF WORK:

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APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

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OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:

For agency contact information, please refer to

the supplemental information above.

Louisiana State Civil Service, LA 70802

(866) 783-5462

jobs at la.gov <mailto:jobs at la.gov>

An Equal Opportunity Employer Job #LSDVI2020-73

OUTREACH TEACHER (ORIENTATION & MOBILITY)

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OUTREACH TEACHER (Orientation & Mobility) Supplemental Questionnaire

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1.

I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission,

including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or

subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service.

Yes

Yes

No

No

*

2.

Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge? If 'YES', give the law

enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.

*

3.

Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or related field?

Yes

Yes

No

No

*

4.

Do you possess certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist from ACVREP or National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) from NBPCB?

Yes

Yes

No

No

*

5.

Do you possess LA ancillary certification in Orientation & Mobility?

Yes

Yes

No

No

*

6.

How many years of experience do you have working with children who are blind/visually impaired?

*

7.

Do you possess a current Driver's License and the ability to be certified through the State Driver Safety Program?

Yes

Yes

No

No

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8.

This position may require frequent travel greater than 100 miles/day. Are you willing to travel as needed for the position?

Yes

Yes

No

No

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9.

Are you a current or former employee of LSDVI?

Yes

Yes

No

No

*

10.

Are you related to a current employee of LSDVI?

Yes

Yes

No

No

* Required Question

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Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director,

Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness

Louisiana Tech University

600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall

PO Box 3158

Ruston LA 71272

Office: 318.257.4554                      Fax: 318.257.2259

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