[Pibe-division] Job Posting

Wed Aug 1 22:00:23 UTC 2018

A colleague has asked that I distribute the following. Wishing everyone a good evening!

Can you please send out this job opportunity in Little Elm, Texas?  I've worked with this administrator and she's a pleasure to work with.

Apply at https://phl.applitrack.com/LEISD/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Special+Populations%2fStudent+Support+Services or email  cclover at littleelmisd.net<mailto:cclover at littleelmisd.net>  for more information and to discuss it directly.

Job Title: Certified Teacher for the Visually Impaired

Reports to: Director, Special Populations Services

Dept.: Special Populations Services

Exemption Status: Exempt/Professional

Primary Purpose:
Provide diagnostic assessment and services to students with visual impairments as recommended by the ARD/IEP.  Develop and implement appropriate goals and objectives.  Coordinate with local campus special education and general education teachers regarding service delivery to students; including students served through ECI.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in Special Education or Counseling preferred
Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certificate
Valid Vision Credentials from State Licensing Agency
Valid Certification as an Orientation Mobility Specialist preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of evaluation and ARD process, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories.
Advanced knowledge of and compliance with federal and state special education law.
Working knowledge of and compliance with individualized services for students with disabilities.
Advanced knowledge of and compliance with the expanded core curriculum.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills to implement multiple and diverse programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of students with disabilities, their parents, the community, peers, and administrative staff.
Must have the ability to effectively interpret policy, procedures, and student data.
Must have the ability to transition with district, campus, and/or department changes.
Must have ability to communicate effectively with and receive guidance from supervisors.
Must have ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Must have ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Must have ability to travel as necessary.
Three years teaching experience preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Conduct required evaluation of students with visual impairments within timelines.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team in completing evaluation and written report within timelines.

Develop appropriate IEP goals and objectives to present to ARD/IEP committee.

Collaborate with campus staff to schedule and attend ARD/IEP meetings within timelines.

Collaborate with campus staff to schedule instructional assistance for students with visual impairments.

Provide students with appropriate instruction following the IEP recommendations.

Assist student’s teachers on a regular schedule with issues regarding instructional strategies/techniques for students with visual impairments.

Ensure appropriate materials/technology are provided to students with visual impairments.

Ensure all students with VI are registered with TEA as appropriate.

Coordinate with ECI agencies for services to birth-2 visually impaired infant population.

Maintain complete inventory of materials and availability.

Conduct staff training as appropriate.

Assure state and district wide assessments are available in Braille or large print for students as needed.

Respond to inquiries from campus administration and special education staff.

Assist Special Education Director in keeping staff informed of professional trends and staff development opportunities that may affect assigned position/programs.

Provide special education director, campus administration and staff with a regular schedule for accountability purposes.
Maintain high degree of knowledge regarding compliance with federal and state rules and regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
As directed by Director, Special Populations Services

This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Little Elm ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Little Elm no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo por razón de raza, color, religión, sexo, nacionalidad, edad, incapacidad, estatus militar, información genética o de cualquier otra razón prohibida por ley. Además, el distrito escolar no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo que actúe oponiéndose a ese tipo de discriminaciones o que participe en la investigación de una queja relacionada con alguna práctica discriminatoria en la contratación. La toma de decisiones respecto a una contratación se hará en función de las calificaciones, experiencia y habilidades del candidato.

On Wed, Aug 1, 2018 at 10:43 AM Eric Guillory <eguillory at louisianacenter.org<mailto:eguillory at louisianacenter.org>> wrote:
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> Hi all. I received the following from a parent in Lafayette Parish. Just sending along as an FYI and wishing all of you a great day.
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> https://www.lpssonline.com/site997.php?category=Special+Education&AppliTrackJobId=5618&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
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