[Nfbk] Job Posting

[Nickie Pearl]

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From: David Andrews
Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2012 11:13 PM
To: jobs at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Blindtlk] Fwd: Job Posting


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>The Society for the Blind, in Sacramento, California, is hiring for the 
>position of Communications Instructor II.  Details are listed below. 
>Please send applications and resumes to:
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>Diane  Starin
>Daily Living Skills Instructor Team Lead Society for the Blind
>1238 S Street
>Sacramento, CA 95811
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>Email <mailto:dstarin at societyfortheblind.org>dstarin at societyfortheblind.org
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>Job Title:                  Communications Instructor II
>(Formerly Braille Instructor)
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>Classification:         Non-Exempt/Full-Time
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>Reports to:                Daily Living Skills Team Lead
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>General Description:  The essential functions of the job are to teach all 
>aspects and levels of Braille and other communication devices used by blind 
>or low-vision clients. Emphasis of instruction is on enhancement of Braille 
>competence and effectiveness with particular focus on independent living as 
>well as employment settings and outcomes.
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>Duties:
>Teaching
>    * Consistently achieve high level of excellence in both instruction and 
> productivity.
>    * Instruct small group or individual classes in Braille and other 
> communication devices for blind and low vision clients.
>    * Assess and evaluate clients as to appropriate instructional plan and 
> needs for personal record-keeping by using agency's database as well as 
> Microsoft Word, Excel, and email products.
>    * Teach and/ or demonstrate use of various adaptive devices to download 
> and access Electronic Braille via note-takers &/or Braille displays.
>    * Ensure that the highest levels of Braille speed and accuracy are 
> mastered by a student before completing and being released from the 
> course.
>    * Maintain the most up to date teaching practices with regard to 
> Braille and other communication devices used by individuals who are blind 
> or have low vision such as talking, tactile or visually-enhanced cellular 
> phones; Personal Data Devices; and Braille note-takers.
>    * Create, update, and revise curriculum as needed, with all related 
> materials for submission to the Daily Living Skills Team Lead.
>    * Develop new projects related to Braille and other communication 
> devices with emphasis on both excellent client service and increased 
> revenue.
>    * Coordinate closely with the Daily Living Skills Team Lead and Core 
> Programs Manager to arrange maximum hours of client service and 
> instruction.
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>Documentation
>1.    Maintain thorough, complete and timely ongoing weekly and monthly 
>recordkeeping of client services; including, but not limited to, lesson 
>notes, evaluations, progress reports, & correspondence.
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>Team building & Networking
>    * Present client issues to supervisor and contribute to ongoing problem 
> solving of such issues while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
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>2.    Consult with other professionals, family members or other appropriate 
>parties regarding the progress and problems of the clients.
>3.    Participate in individual case conferences and confer regularly with 
>program staff on multi-disciplinary service team concerning client's 
>program and adjustment to blindness or vision loss.
>    * Maintain positive and professional relations with counselors of 
> Department of Rehabilitation and other agencies as well as Society 
> clients, staff, and volunteers.
>    * Coordinate effective client service with third-party counselors, such 
> as Department of Rehabilitation.
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>Others:
>1.    Attend all staff and department meetings.
>2.    Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
>3.    Obtain training to enhance job requirements.
>4.   Stay current in areas of responsibility.
>         5.   Other duties as required.
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>Qualifications:
>1.    Highly skilled in current operating systems, especially current
>2.    Windows and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is 
>required.
>3.    Effective communication skills.
>4.    Excellent organizational and time management skills.
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>Educational and Experience Requirements:
>1.     High school diploma or G.E.D.
>2.      Minimum two years working experience.
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