[humanser] Drivers license requirement for employment

[Sandy]

I worked with our state BELL program and learned I cannot teach the 
"correct" way of reading Braille with two hands cause it makes no sense to 
me.  I can read quickly with my left index finger, and it is not how I was 
taught in first grade and I am almost 63 years of age.


Sandy  f

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From: "Ericka Short" <ericka.short at wi.rr.com>
Sent: Friday, December 27, 2013 11:50 PM
To: "Human Services Mailing List" <humanser at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [humanser] Drivers license requirement for employment

> Here's a job listing for BLIND Inc. in MN.  It's social work /rehab 
> related so I decided to share:
>
> Ericka
>
> Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.
> 100 East 22nd Street, Minneapolis, MN  55404
> 612-872-0100, <http://www.blindinc.org/>www.blindinc.org
>
> SEEKING A COMMUNICATIONS INSTRUCTOR
>
>             We are looking for someone who is passionate about
> teaching, excited by new challenges, and interested in working as
> part of a small but energetic team. For over 25 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.
>             Students at BLIND, Inc. learn Braille and computers in
> an integrated curriculum that teaches both at the same
> time.  Students learn Braille using the innovative Code Master
> Braille instruction system, which the successful applicant will learn.
>
> Duties and Responsibilities
>
> 1.   Provide individualized instruction to blind  adults in all areas
> of Braille, including but not limited to:
>
>    * Memorization of the braille code
>    * Braille reading
>    * Writing braille with  a slate and stylus
>    * Writing braille on a braille writer
>    * Reading and writing braille on electronic devices including
> notetakers and braille displays
>
> 2.   Provide individualized instruction to blind  adults in all areas
> of assistive technology including but not limited to:
>
>    * Windows operating systems
>    * JAWS for Windows and other screen readers
>    * Microsoft Office applications
>    * The internet
>    * Braille displays
>    * Smart phones
>
> 3. Provide instruction to several adult students in a small group format.
>
> 4. Use the curriculum to develop individualized lesson plans and
> update the curriculum as needed.
> 5. Write comprehensive monthly reports on each student describing
> progress made and goals to be completed.
>
> 6. Participate and assist in all center activities such as rock
> climbing, skiing, and camping, including on some evenings and weekends
>
> 7. Function as part of a team, maintaining close communication with
> the director and other instructors, and actively participate in staff
> and other meetings.
>
> 8. 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. Actively
> represent BLIND, Inc. in public meetings and presentations.
>
> 9. Actively promote the philosophy of the National Federation of the
> Blind both during and outside of class.
>
> 10. Other duties as assigned
>
> Minimum Requirements
>
> 1. Expertise in the areas of Braille and assistive technology,
> especially with Windows screen reader software.
>
> 2. Able to pass the NCLB test and the technology tests administered
> by State Services for the Blind of Minnesota within 6 months of 
> employment.
>
> 3. Willingness to undergo and successfully complete a period of paid
> staff training in order to learn alternative skills of blindness.
> This includes learning the Code Master Braille instruction system.
>
> 4. Must have a college degree or comparable work experience.
>
> 5. Ability to plan, organize and develop lessons.
>
> 6. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and
> must be able to work effectively as part of a team
>
> 7. Must demonstrate the ability to work with a variety of people in a
> variety of situations.
>
> 8. Must possess the organizational skills required to work with
> multiple students on multiple projects.
>
> 9. Must be able to learn new products and updates as they become 
> available.
>
> 10. Must be committed to the independence and full community
> integration of blind people.
>
> Please send cover letter and resume to Dick Davis, Interim Executive
> Director, at <mailto:ddavis at blindinc.org>ddavis at blindinc.org, or to
> the address listed above. Questions?  Contact Helen Stevens,
> Communications Instructor, at
> <mailto:hstevens at blindinc.org>hstevens at blindinc.org.
>
> _______________________________________________
> Ericka J. Short
> 262-697-0510
>
> "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me". Philippians 4:13
>
> "No hand is too small or too big to do good in this world." EJ. Short
>
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