[Trainer-talk] Job posting, tehcnology teacher

Wed Feb 13 20:53:41 UTC 2013

Are you all just hiring an entire stable of tech people, or is this job just not getting filled? It seems like you Posas job every month, I was just curious about its status.

Gabe Vega 
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(623) 565-9357

On Feb 13, 2013, at 1:30 PM, Wayne Merritt <wcmerritt at gmail.com> wrote:

> Greetings. The following information was sent to me by my boss about a
> reposting of a job opening at the Criss cole Rehabilitation Center, in
> the Technology department. If you have questions about this position,
> then get in touch with me privately and I can give you my boss's
> contact information. These openings do not come along very often, so
> if you are at all interested, then apply. I would add to the job
> description below that if you can use and are comfortable with
> accessibility within iOS and/or Android, then that would be a plus.
> Many of our consumers and staff have these devices. Also, since there
> is no closing date, the position is open until filled.
> 
> 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:            
> Job Description:
> Technology Instructor I is hired by and reports to the Technology
> Supervisor and performs highly complex (senior-level) rehabilitation
> planning and instructional work. The Technology Instructor I
> 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
> 
> Regards,
> Wayne Merritt, Technology Instructor
> Criss Cole Rehabilitation Center
> 
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