[Pibe-division] Interesting job available at the Maryland School for the Blind

Sat Mar 12 22:02:39 UTC 2016

I have had five jobs that required me to travel to varying degrees.  I
used a hired driver for two of them, a taxi or public transportation
for 1, volunteer and paid drivers or taxis for one and public
transportation and school provided transportation for one.  I would
also like to hear how others do this.

On 3/12/16, adrijana prokopenko via PIBE-Division
<pibe-division at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> I actually never heard of a blind travel instructor who had to do it
> in different schools and get a driver or public transport, so it would
> be nice to hear their stories and ideas.
>
> On 3/12/16, Marianne Denning via PIBE-Division <pibe-division at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
>> The requirement for a class C drivers' license is where I believe
>> there is possible discrimination.  Is that an essential function of
>> the job or a reasonable accommodation?  Many blind people have had
>> jobs requiring a the ability to travel from one location to another
>> and different options have been worked out.
>>
>> On 3/11/16, Jordy Stringer via PIBE-Division <pibe-division at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>> Salutations listers, I hope this note finds all of you well.
>>> It has been my experience that a state certified identification card
>>> serves
>>> as equivalent when a drivers license is required. Both identification
>>> cards
>>> contain A number that verifies the individual pictured on the card.
>>> In most of those cases, the job description didn't specify that a drivers
>>> license was required though, only that if one was going to be a driver,
>>> they
>>> had to provide proof of insurance. When I worked as a consultant for a
>>> disability rights organization in Indianapolis Indiana, I was not
>>> required
>>> to submit proof of insurance, only prove that I was eligible to work in
>>> the
>>> United States, and agree that I would be responsible for my own
>>> transportation's, but would be compensated the state allowance for
>>> mileage.
>>> It was up to me to then work out the cost of a driver, and how I made it
>>> to
>>> and from appointments. I think Chris's question is a really interesting
>>> one,
>>> in that, for this type of job, can there really be a requirement for an
>>> individual to hold a class C drivers license.
>>> I'm acquainted with a number of individuals that provide orientation and
>>> mobility instruction to individuals in various counties, but none of them
>>> are required to hold the class C driving license.
>>>
>>>
>>> Sent from the iPhone of Jordy D. Stringer
>>>
>>>> On Mar 11, 2016, at 11:47 AM, Chris Nusbaum via PIBE-Division
>>>> <pibe-division at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I've been wondering about this as well. In most cases, I've found that
>>>> businesses accept a state ID card as an equivalent to a drivers'
>>>> license.
>>>> Has anyone had trouble getting a job as a TVI because you don't have a
>>>> license? If so, this seems discriminatory, unless I'm misunderstanding
>>>> something. If it is in fact discrimination, it seems like a very common
>>>> form of discrimination which comes up a lot, in which case I'm surprised
>>>> we haven't addressed that already.
>>>>
>>>> Chris Nusbaum
>>>>
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>>
>>>>> On Mar 11, 2016, at 10:43 AM, Marianne Denning via PIBE-Division
>>>>> <pibe-division at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> I hope the NFB will find someone who will take on the need to have a
>>>>> drivers license.  That would be a reasonable accommodation.  As long as
>>>>> that is required blind and visually impaired teachers cannot apply.
>>>>>
>>>>>> On Fri, Mar 11, 2016 at 10:29 AM, nfbmd via PIBE-Division
>>>>>> <pibe-division at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>>> Hello All,
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Read the description below for an interesting job doing outreach to
>>>>>> students throughout the state.  You will be an employee for the
>>>>>> Maryland
>>>>>> School for the Blind even though you will be operating throughout the
>>>>>> state, and not the school itself.  Thank you for considering this
>>>>>> position.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Teacher Itinerant Outreach - TVI
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Outreach
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> SUMMARY:  With supervision, provides itinerant-based instruction and
>>>>>> district/family support based on contractual requests from Local
>>>>>> School
>>>>>> Systems.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Essential Functions:
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> -          Teaches visually impaired students with and without
>>>>>> additional disabilities on an individual basis.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> -          Instructs in UEB, Nemeth, Assistive Technology and Expanded
>>>>>> Core Curriculum skills.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> -          Consults on classroom set-up and adaptations to core
>>>>>> curriculum areas including modified and grade level content standards.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> -          Participates in the development, review and evaluation of
>>>>>> individualized educational plans including writing goals, data
>>>>>> collection, reporting on progress, and attending IEP meetings.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> -          Conducts evaluations and assessments to determine child's
>>>>>> developmental status, academics status, and mastery of Maryland grade
>>>>>> level curriculum standards.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> -          Manages student resources.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Work Schedule: Up to 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
>>>>>> Additional hours or flex schedule are likely.  This position follows
>>>>>> the
>>>>>> standard ten month school schedule.  Travel throughout state to
>>>>>> provide
>>>>>> services in multiple counties may be required. This position is
>>>>>> contractual for the remainder of the 2015-2016 academic school year.
>>>>>> Additional budget to allow for continued employment to be determined.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Qualifications:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 1.   Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Education or related field
>>>>>> and
>>>>>> certification in Vision required.  Dual certification in Vision and
>>>>>> Orientation and Mobility preferred.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 2.   Comprehensive knowledge of special education principles,
>>>>>> practices,
>>>>>> and procedures, including developing and writing IEP's and performing
>>>>>> appropriate teaching techniques.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 3.   Knowledge of visual impairment, including causes, manifestations
>>>>>> and adaptations.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 4.   General knowledge of medical disorders such as seizures or
>>>>>> restrictions and alternate modes of communication.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 5.   Knowledge of core and expanded core curriculum, program
>>>>>> development, classroom resource management, and student scheduling.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 6.   Maryland Class “C” driver’s license with a driving record
>>>>>> compatible with school standards.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> NOTE:  The information outlined above is not all inclusive and is
>>>>>> intended only to provide a general overview of the position currently
>>>>>> available.  Applicants who want more detailed information about work
>>>>>> environment, mental & physical requirements, etc. should contact the
>>>>>> Human Resources office for a complete copy of the Position
>>>>>> Description.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F –
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> To Apply:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Please visit our website www.marylandschoolfortheblind.org and click
>>>>>> on
>>>>>> Careers.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Sharon Maneki, President
>>>>>>
>>>>>> National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 410-715-9596
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
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>>>>> Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
>>>>> Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
>>>>> (513) 607-6053
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>> Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
>> (513) 607-6053
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Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
(513) 607-6053