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The Colorado Center for the Blind is seeking a skilled and motivated
Technology Instructor to work in our structured discovery adult
Independence Training program.<br><br>
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To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Carol Sprague,
<a href="mailto:csprague@cocenter.org">csprague@cocenter.org</a>. Job
Description below. Open until filled.<br><br>
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<h1><b>TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR</b></h1><br><br>
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<h1><b>Job Description</b></h1><br><br>
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<h3><b>Skills and Experience</b></h3><br><br>
The Technology Instructor at the Colorado Center for the Blind must
demonstrate experience and proficiency with the following:<br><br>
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<li>Screen readers used in Windows, Mac OS, and iOS including JAWS for
Windows, Narrator, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
<li>Nonvisual access features found in portable devices, especially
smartphones and tablets, as well as associated apps and peripheral
devices.
<li>Keyboarding.
<li>Electronic note taking devices, Braille displays, etc.
<li>Business and education productivity applications including MS Office
and Google Workspace, word processing, email, spreadsheet manipulation,
and slide presentation tools.
<li>Use of web browsers, search tools, and cloud storage systems with
screen readers.
<li>Learning Management Systems (LMSs), such as those used in higher
educational settings.
<li>Ability to learn to use and teach other technology, both mainstream
and assistive, as it becomes available or prevalent.
<li>Teaching techniques that foster the development of self-confidence
and nonvisual problem-solving skills.
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<h3><b>Duties and Responsibilities </b></h3><br><br>
1. Provide individualized instruction to
blind students in current assistive technology. This may occur in a
classroom with multiple students at differing levels.<br><br>
2. Provide instruction to several
students in a classroom lecture format.<br><br>
3. Provide instruction through
exploratory learning that teaches students strategies to address problems
with technology with a maximum of independence. Find practical uses for
technology, such as being able to access bank information, looking up
books in a library, recipes, etc. <br><br>
4. Plan and develop a formalized
curriculum in all areas of technology. <br><br>
5. Conduct pre- and post-assessments
of students’ assistive technology skills and proficiency.<br><br>
6. Write comprehensive monthly
reports on each student describing progress made and goals to be
completed.<br><br>
7. Assist in providing instruction
and technical support to staff and students.<br><br>
8. Facilitate classes and seminars
where all aspects of blindness are discussed. <br><br>
9. Fully participate and assist in
all Center activities including rock climbing, skiing, camping, and other
vital activities. Promote the positive philosophy of the Colorado Center
for the Blind to coworkers, students, and the public. Provide support and
guidance to students throughout their program.
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<li>Other duties as assigned.
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<h2><b>Qualifications</b></h2><br><br>
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<li>College degree and/or two years of work experience teaching all
aspects of assistive technology for the blind.
<li>Ability to plan, organize and develop curriculum and lessons.
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
<li><a name="QuickMark"></a>Ability to work effectively with a variety of
people in all types of situations.
<li>Extensive knowledge in the use of assistive technology for the
blind.
<li>Knowledge and experience in standard network maintenance and security
practices.
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<b>Daniel J. Burke, M.S.<br>
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Public Relations Specialist<br><br>
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<b>Colorado Center for the Blind<br>
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Phone: 303.778.1130 Ext: 213<br><br>
Fax: 303.778.1598<br><br>
2233 W. Shepperd Ave.<br><br>
Littleton, CO 80120<br><br>
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