NOTICE OF JOB OPENING 

 

POSITION: School Braillist (Nationally Certified) – District-wide 

 (Work will be on an “as needed” basis – not to exceed 20 hrs. per week) 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

. Must be able to speak, read and understand English 
. High school diploma or equivalency 
. Current certification of braille competency by the Colorado Department of Education 
. Certification in Literary Braille from the Library of Congress or another nationally-recognized 
certification body. 
. Must have met experience and educational requirements for Colorado certification 
. Must have ability to relate well with children and other district staff and community members 
. Strong communication skills with students, parents and staff members – able to generate positive 
relations and morale 
. General knowledge of working with students with visual impairments 
. Working knowledge of the following: 
. Literary Braille Code (with LOC and CDE Certification) 
. Nemeth Braille Code 
. Other Braille Codes (Chemistry, Music, Foreign Languages, etc.) 
. Textbook Formatting (if brailling textbooks) 
. Tactile Graphics 
. Braille Embosser 
. Braille Translation Software 
. Tactile Imaging Enhancer 
. Thermoform 
. Word Process/Six Key Entry 
. General office equipment (fax, copier, scanner, etc.) 
. Highly motivated and results oriented 
. Confidentiality of information related to students with special needs 
. Ability to use district technology 
. Must be responsive to the suggestions of administration 
. Adhere to district policies and the strategic plan 


 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

. Transcribes print materials, including textbooks and other books, not readily available from the 
Colorado Instructional Materials Center (CIMC), into literary braille for students with visual 
impairments. For braille production, uses computer software and technology. 
. Produces adaptive instructional materials for students with visual impairments in accordance to the 
TVI’s specifications. Embosses, re-edits, and binds materials using various methods. 
. Creates tactile graphics of maps, charts, pictures, routes, and other tactile displays using various 
tools, materials, and machines. 
. Manages and maintains all braille, large print, and instructional material for students with visual 
impairments. 
. Implements lessons and activities with students with visual impairments in classrooms, one-to-one, 
and/or small groups under the direction and supervision of a TVI. 
. Demonstrates knowledge and skill of human guide and instructional technology/tools used by 
students with visual impairment, including low vision devices, abacus, screen readers, etc. 
. Orders office supplies and special materials for use with students who are visually impaired. 
Arranges equipment repair. 
. Attend professional meetings 
. Attend and complete training courses 



PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (continued): 

. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence 
. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor(s) 
. Such alternatives to the above duties as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable 


 

START DATE: Immediately 

 

SALARY/BENEFITS: 

. $15.00 per hour (Work will be on an “as needed” basis – not to exceed 20 hrs. per week) 
. Benefits as per district policy. 


 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: Open until filled 

 

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Before closing date, a district classified application and proof of current 
certificaion (available online at www.re3j.com) should be sent to: 

 

Weld County School District RE-3J 

Attn: Denise Jakel or email: Denisej@re3j.com 

P.O. Box 269 - 99 W. Broadway For additional information call: 303-536-2055 

Keenesburg, CO 80643 

 

Existing Weld Re-3J employees: before closing date, a letter detailing 
qualifications and expressing interest in the position and proof of current 
certification should be sent to the address listed above.