[Trainer-talk] Fwd: Job Opening for Technology Instructor Criss Cole in Austin Texas

[David Andrews]

> >
> > The Criss Cole center in Austin Texas has a job opening for a
> > technology instructor.
> >
> > You can apply and see more about this job at the following web page:
> >
> > 
> https://jobshrportal.cpa.texas.gov/ENG/careerPortal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=215592&szReturnToSearch=1&&szWordsToHighlight=technology
> > instructor
> >
> > Posting Type: Open to All Applicants
> > Category: Community and Social Services FLSA Exempt/
> > Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
> > Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv Department: Technology
> > Job Title: Technology Instructor Posting Number: 215592
> > Full Time/Part Time : Full Time  Regular/Temporary: Regular
> > Job Location: 4800 N LAMAR BLVD STE 330 City: AUSTIN
> > Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
> > Salary Range: $2,644.08 - $4,098.33 Salary Group: B15
> > Shift:  Travel: 5%
> > Closing Date: 11/29/2012
> > Job Description:
> > Technology Instructor III is hired by and reports to the Technology
> > Supervisor and performs highly complex (senior-level) rehabilitation
> > planning and instructional work. The Technology Instructor III
> > participates in the daily operations and activities of the Technology
> > Department and provides leadership in support of the Texas Confidence
> > Builder's philosophy and blind training services offered to consumers
> > and staff at CCRC. Duties include: evaluating and teaching computer
> > and assistive access technology skills to consumers who are blind
> > and/or otherwise disabled such as typing or keyboarding,
> > word-processing, use of the Microsoft Windows operating system and
> > Microsoft Office applications, Internet and email; conducting
> > individual as well as group classes; working in conjunction with other
> > interdisciplinary team members in evaluating and developing the
> > consumer's individual rehabilitation plan. Works under limited
> > supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and
> > independent judgment. Participates in DBS-required blindfold training.
> > Performs related work and other duties as directed
> > Essential Job Functions:
> > Evaluates and teaches consumers computer and assistive access
> > technology skills: Evaluates/teaches touch typing, extended keys
> > identification, and word processing; Evaluates/teaches Microsoft
> > Windows operating system to include general computer terms, concepts
> > and use of peripherals of personal computers; Evaluates/teaches use of
> > the Internet and Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Excel, and
> > Outlook. (75%) Assists in establishing and monitoring both individual
> > and program objectives to ensure provision of continually improving
> > quality services to consumers: Reviews and evaluates consumer
> > documentation to determine, provide, and coordinate vocational
> > rehabilitative services; Develops and implements curriculum, lessons,
> > materials and techniques that positively impact the quality of
> > evaluation and training services. (15%) Utilizing web-based
> > applications, word processing, spreadsheets, email, and database
> > software, records and notifies staff of progress with cases and
> > submits reports as required; records and reports attendance and
> > scheduling information. (10% )
> > Knowledge Skills Abilities:
> > Extensive knowledge of adaptive computer access techniques utilized by
> > consumers who are blind. Thorough knowledge of the psychological,
> > social, vocational and independent living issues faced by people who
> > are blind or who have other disabilities and blind/multi-disabled
> > persons. Considerable knowledge of report and record maintenance
> > principles and practices. Considerable knowledge of instructional
> > classroom management principles and practices, including planning,
> > organizing, directing, and evaluating. Working knowledge of the adult
> > learning theory and teaching techniques as it relates to individuals
> > who are blind. Working knowledge of available agencies, facilities,
> > vendors, and community resources available to assist people who are
> > blind, or who have other disabilities otherwise disable persons.
> > Working knowledge of the vocational rehabilitation process. Knowledge
> > of medical aspects of visual and secondary disabilities. Skill in
> > clearly expressing ideas, instructions, and reports orally and in
> > writing. Skill in the use of a personal computer utilizing Microsoft
> > Windows and the Microsoft Office Suite of software programs and the
> > use of the Internet. Ability to teach keyboarding, use of Windows, use
> > of the Internet and word processing to individuals who are blind
> > utilizing assistive technologies. Ability to instruct the use of using
> > synthesized speech screen readers, screen enhancement/ enlargement
> > programs. Ability to adapt training methods and tools to address
> > individual consumer vocational and independent living needs. Ability
> > to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
> > consumers, departmental staff, agency staff, and outside agencies with
> > which position interacts.
> > Registration or Licensure Requirements:
> >
> > Initial Selection Criteria:
> > Extensive knowledge of adaptive computer access techniques utilized by
> > consumers who are blind, to include synthesized speech screen readers.
> > Knowledge of screen enhancement/ enlargement programs helpful.
> > Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Windows. Knowledge and skills in
> > Microsoft Office Suite of Software programs and the use of the
> > Internet. One year work experience in adult teaching. Bachelor's
> > Degree in Computer Science, Education or related field.
> > Additional Information:
> > The determination of an applicant's fit for the position will be
> > derived through question/answer interview and presentations of two 30
> > minute computer training lessons. In order for the applicant to
> > prepare lessons for the two 30 minute presentations, the specific
> > subject matter and classroom scenario description will be provided to
> > the applicant well in advance of the date scheduled for the interview
> > and presentations. Presentations will occur immediately following the
> > interview. Must be willing and able to participate in an extended
> > blindfold-immersion training program. Must be flexible as working
> > hours may vary depending on consumer training needs and may include
> > evenings and weekends. This is a career ladder position from
> > Technology Instructor I to Technology Instructor III. Salary and
> > position level will be based on experience and demonstrated skills.
> > Monthly salary range may be offered at a minimum hiring salary of
> > $2644.08 to a maximum of $4604.83. For the person to be offered a
> > position higher than the entry level, the applicant must meet the
> > qualifications established in the career ladder guidelines which are
> > 12 months experience as a Technology Instructor I, competent or higher
> > overall rating on the employee's most recent annual evaluation, no
> > disciplinary actions within the last 12 months or 24 months experience
> > as a Technology Instructor II competent or higher overall rating on
> > the employee's most recent annual evaluation no disciplinary actions
> > within the last 12 months. In compliance with the Americans with
> > Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable
> > accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified
> > individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the
> > on-line application, contact the AccessHR service center at
> > 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need
> > accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify
> > the person scheduling the interview. Req #215592