[Pibe-division] Jobs in Milwaukee

[Hyde, David W. (ESC)]

Here is a teaching job in Milwaukee Wisconsin.

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Open to Current MPS Teachers and External applicants

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT




OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES                 5225 W. VLIET ST.                 P.O. BOX 2181                    MILWAUKEE, WI   53201-2181
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Applications for the following position is being accepted by the Office of Human Resources until all vacant positions are filled.  ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE TO JOB OPENING 30931.  Attach a resume and three (3) signed letters of recommendation less than one (1) year to the completed application.  Appointment is subject to residency requirements, a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test, and credential verification.  Non MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming a Bachelor's Degree.  Current employees must apply via "Employee Self Service".  If you have questions regarding this position please contact Yovira Moroney at 475-8224 or moroneym at milwaukee.k12.wi.us<mailto:moroneym at milwaukee.k12.wi.us>.

VISION TEACHER

BASIC FUNCTION:  Itinerant teachers provide a supportive service to children with visual impairments in regular and special education classrooms.  Itinerant teachers travel from school to school to provide special education and vision adaptations and modifications to instructional strategies and techniques.  Occasionally they visit student's homes to provide special education and vision adaptations and modifications.  This enables the student to fully realize her/his educational potential.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

*         Assist regular education teachers in understanding the needs and learning characteristics of students with visual impairments.
*         Interpret specific eye conditions and results of functional vision assessments.
*         Assist in making environmental adjustments in the school.
*         Provide assistance to classroom teachers regarding curriculum and activities of the classroom that, as a direct result of the student's visual impairment, require adaptation or reinforcement for the student.
*         Obtain large print or Braille textbooks.
*         Provide low vision aides and instruct in skills for use.
*         Instruct in visual skills.
*         Share in the development and implementation of the IEP.
*         Share responsibility for ongoing assessment and program planning.
*         When not providing direct services to a student, consulting services are provided to the primary classroom teacher and others when needed.
*         Maintain contact with parents to assist them in the development of a realistic understanding of their child's abilities, progress, and future goals.
*         Share resources and educational information with parents concerning students with a visual impairment.
*         Provide inservice training programs when needed.
o    Keep in contact with other personnel, such as transcribers, readers, counselors, O & M specialists, career/vocational education staff, and rehabilitation counselors when needed.
*         Maintain knowledge of current issues and methodologies within the field, through conventions, publications, and correspondence with other professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

*         A current five year or life time license in vision (825) issued by the Wisconsin of Department of Public Instruction.
*         A minimum of three years teaching experience as a fully certified vision teacher.
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QUALITY EDUCATION BEGINS WITH QUALITY PERSONNEL
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law.  Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Department of Human Resources.  The identities of all "final candidates" may be released.  Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.


David Hyde, Professional Development Coordinator
Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
1700 W. State Street
David Hyde, Professional Development Coordinator
Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
1700 W. State Street
Janesville WI  53546
608-758-6152 (office)
608-751-0960 (cell)
608-758-6169 (fax)
866-284-1107 ext. 34 (toll free)
email
david.hyde at wcbvi.k12.wi.us<mailto:david.hyde at wcbvi.k12.wi.us>

Janesville WI  53546
608-758-6152 (office)
608-751-0960 (cell)
608-758-6169 (fax)
866-284-1107 ext. 34 (toll free)
email
david.hyde at wcbvi.k12.wi.us<mailto:david.hyde at wcbvi.k12.wi.us>


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