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<h1 style="line-height:110%"><span style="font-size:21.0pt;line-height:110%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333"><a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2794799/senior-services-specialist-for-the-blind-1-braille-communications-instructor?department%5B0%5D=131+Iowa+Department+for+the+Blind&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank"><span style="color:#333333;text-decoration:none">Braille
Communications Instructor</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Orientation Center</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Location:</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333"> Des Moines, IA <br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Salary Minimum:</span></strong> $49,691.20<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Salary Maximum:</span></strong> $75,691.20<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Job Type: </span></strong> Full-time<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Agency:</span></strong> 131 Iowa Department for the Blind<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Job Number:</span></strong> 20-02911<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Post Close Date:</span></strong> June 26, 2020<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Pointe of Contact: </span></strong><a href="mailto:Alan.Bickell@blind.state.ia.us" target="_blank"><span style="color:#2E406B">Alan Bickell</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Job Description:</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department for the Blind.
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The Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking applicants for the position of Senior Services Specialist for the Blind 1/Braille Communications Instructor in the Adult Comprehensive Adjustment-to-Blindness Training Center. This person provides small group instruction
in the reading and writing of Braille using the Code Master teaching system. The slate and stylus, Perkins brailler, electronic note-takers, braille displays, and embossing software will be taught. We are looking for someone who will participate fully in center
activities and challenge students to grow and reach their fullest potential. 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.<br>
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<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Duties:</span></strong><br>
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The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position decisions.<br>
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Work Examples: <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Provide individualized instruction to adults in all areas of Braille including, but not limited to: reading contracted Braille, writing
with the slate and stylus, using the Perkins Brailler, using braille displays and note-takers, using embossers and software<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Teach the Unified English Braille Code, computer Braille, music braille, and the Nemeth code.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Provide instruction to several students in a small group format<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Provide instruction in the correct use of grammar, spelling, and punctuation and in the development of better verbal communication skills,
as needed; Assist students in preparing and studying for the GED, as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Demonstrate and promote a positive attitude toward blindness amongst center students.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Evaluate student progress, set goals, and write progress reports.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Participate fully in all center activities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333"> <br>
Applicants should strongly consider attaching a cover letter and resume to their NeoGov application.<br>
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It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Minimum Qualification Requirements<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in human service-oriented sciences, education, marketing or business and experience equal to three
years of full time professional work;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">the equivalent of three years of full-time experience as a rehabilitation counselor or teacher shall be considered as qualifying provided the employee has successfully
completed training to meet the certification criteria established by the agency;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333">an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting the equivalent of one year of full-time professional work experience for each year of the required
education to a maximum substitution of four years. <br>
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