The New York State Education Department?s School for the Blind in Batavia is seeking to fill two (2) Instructor positions. Duties will include but not be limited to:
? Providing instruction and a broad range of services to enrolled students who are visually impaired and multiply disabled;
? Providing Braille Instruction for students (Ages 5-21);
? Instructing students in academic or vocational subject areas, assuring that an appropriate Individual Education Program (IEP) is established and all mandates are fulfilled;
? Preparing lesson plans based on curriculum standards, course outlines and associated assessments;
? Establishing a daily schedule for students and staff;
? Administering standardized educational assessments;
? Observing and evaluating special education assistants;
? Evaluating and assessing student progress;
? Assuring Home-Residential-Hea lth Center-School communication and program consistency;
? Preparing evaluation reports, report cards and deficiency notices; writing quarterly progress reports and IEPs; maintaining daily attendance records, and maintaining Medicaid notes;
? Participating in departmental staff, parent, and multidisciplinary team meetings;
? Performing other duties as requested by the supervisor; and
? Complying with all health and safety standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a Bachelor?s degree or higher and a valid NYS teaching certificate.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
a. NYS Teacher Certification in Special Education.
b. Certification as a Teacher of the visually impaired; with evidence of specialized training in working with developmentally delayed, blind/sensory impaired children; and demonstrated ability to work as a member of an educational team.
c. Must be proficient in Braille instruction and/or have significant experience with reading and writing Braille.
d. Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting of children and to participate in physical activities such as swimming.
e. Experience and training in the areas of behavior modification, orientation and mobility, sign language, and Braille.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Fingerprinting through the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and a background check through the Office of Children and Family Services is required for employment. This is a permanent, 10-month position.
*Leads to a maximum salary of $77,942 based on annual performance advances and education level.
APPLICATION: Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 20, 2012 to:
Dr. Mathis Calvin, Superintendent
NYS School for the Blind
2A Richmond Avenue
Batavia, NY 14020
baustin@mail.nysed.gov
Or call for an application
Phone: (585) 343-5384, extension 212
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