[Rehab] Home Management Instructor posting

[ddavis at blindinc.org]

Done.

Sent from my iPhone

> On Oct 17, 2019, at 8:27 PM, Jennifer Kennedy via Rehab <rehab at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> BLINDNESS: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND) Inc.
> HOME MANAGEMENT Instructor Job Posting
> 
> For 30 years, Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND, Inc.) has
> provided small group instruction in the alternative techniques of
> blindness. Our programs are based on a positive attitude toward
> blindness and a belief in the normality and competency of blind
> people. We know that with proper training and opportunity, blind
> people can live full, happy, and successful lives. We work hard to
> create an environment that promotes active learning and collegiality
> where adult students can empower themselves and exceed their
> expectations. We are one of three training centers rooted in the
> philosophy of the National Federation of the Blind, and are located
> just blocks south of downtown Minneapolis.
> 
> Successful applicants will be skilled in teaching and versed in the
> skills of home management, and should believe in the capabilities of
> blind people. Successful applicants should be passionate about
> teaching, excited by new challenges, and interested in working as part
> of a small but energetic team.
> 
> Instructors undergo staff training in order to ensure that they are
> fully competent to teach in their subject areas, understand the
> experiences of students in training, and build a solid foundation in
> the beliefs of blind people. Therefore, we are willing to work with
> sighted applicants who have a solid background in specific areas, and
> are willing to learn and practice nonvisual skills using a blindfold.
> Please read on to see what fields are preferred.
> 
> Both staff and student instruction is performed non-visually, with
> students who have any degree of remaining sight wearing blindfolds
> (sleepshades).
> 
> Duties and Responsibilities
> 
> 1. Provide individualized instruction in nonvisual alternative
> techniques to blind adults in all areas of home management, including
> but not limited to:
> •    food shopping and preparation
> •    budgeting and menu planning
> •    sewing, cleaning, labeling
> •    clothing selection, organization and care
> •    Technology related to the area, such as bar code scanners, Bluetooth
> kitchen gadgets, and cell phone applications
> 2. Provide instruction for up to four adult students in a classroom
> with two full kitchen setups.  The number of students may increase
> during projects such as Thanksgiving dinner.  This position
> coordinates food preparation, serving, and setup for student
> activities, including student small and large meals.
> 3. Collaborate with the Residential Coordinator to ensure students
> have the tools and skills to work in their apartments, and assist with
> apartment instruction at least once per month.
> 4. Develop individualized lesson plans while working within the
> curriculum, and update it as needed.
> 5. Write comprehensive monthly reports on each student describing
> progress made and goals for the next month.
> 6. Create a yearly budget for the Home Management area, and keep
> record of expenses to be updated no less than once per quarter.
> 7. Maintain and update inventory of both kitchen equipment and food
> supplies, including disposal of expired products.
> 8. Participate and assist in all center confidence building
> activities, including white water rafting, dogsledding, camping and
> other challenge recreation activities. Some activities are off-site
> and require overnight travel.
> 9. Promote the organization's progressive philosophy of blindness and
> positive attitudes to students, co-workers and others, and provide
> support and guidance to students throughout their program.
> 10. Other duties as assigned.
> 
> Requirements:
> 1. Advanced skills in the area of home management
> 2. Willingness to undergo and successfully complete a period of paid
> staff blindfold training in order to learn or further develop
> alternative skills of blindness.
> 3. Ability to plan, organize and develop lessons.
> 4. Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to
> work as part of a team
> 5. Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suites.
> 6. Ability to work with a variety of students, including those with
> multiple disabilities, ethnic background, or negative attitude.
> 
> Preferred Qualifications:
> 1. College degree—Preference to candidates with field of study in a
> field of blindness or teaching family sciences/home economics related
> field, or
> 2. Experience working with the blind in an instructional setting using
> the structure discovery teaching model
> 3. National Certification in Rehabilitation Teaching for the Blind
> (NCRTB) holder.
> 
> Position Benefits:
> •    Medical benefits
> •    Employer-contributed 403B retirement program
> •    Greater Minneapolis monthly transit pass
> •    paid attendance (including transportation, lodging and stipend) at
> National Federation of the Blind, state and/or national conventions
> •    Paid holiday leave totaling 19 days annually on average
> •    Accrued additional paid leave based on hours worked
> 
> Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and a
> 1-page writing sample describing what makes the candidate unique for
> this position, to Jennifer Kennedy, Executive Director, at
> jkennedy at blindinc.org. We are looking to interview candidates before
> the end of 2019. Please be sure to include all materials as incomplete
> applications will not be considered.
> 
> Contact Jennifer Kennedy via email at jkennedy at blindinc.org, or at
> 612-872-0100 with any questions regarding this position.
> 
> 
> Best,
> Jennifer Kennedy
> 
> 
> 
> Jennifer M. Kennedy, MA, NOMCT, Executive Director
> Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions, (BLIND) Inc.
> 100 East 22nd Street
> Minneapolis, MN  55404
> (612) 872-0100
> jkennedy at blindinc.org
> <Home Management Position Description 10.15.19 Update.docx>
> _______________________________________________
> Rehab mailing list
> Rehab at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/rehab_nfbnet.org
> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for Rehab:
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/rehab_nfbnet.org/ddavis%40blindinc.org