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Job Bulletin
STATE OF LOUISIANA
invites applications for the position of:
OUTREACH TEACHER (Orientation & Mobility)
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
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OPENING DATE:
Wed. 11/18/20
CLOSING DATE:
Continuous
SALARY:
JOB TYPE:
Unclassified
LOCATION:
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
The LA SCHOOL FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED is seeking an
OUTREACH TEACHER (ORIENTATION & MOBILITY)
Please note: This position requires frequent travel possibly greater than
100 miles/day.
The Louisiana Special Schools do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in our programs and
activities, and we provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other
designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be
referred to
Kenyetta Sewell, Human Resources Director at
ksewell at lsdvi.org
.
RELEASE OF ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION INFORMATION: La. R.S. 17:3884(D)
requires that any school board wishing to hire a person who has been
assessed or
evaluated pursuant to the Children First Act, La. R.S. 17:3871, et seq.,
whether that person is already employed by that school system or not, shall
request
such person's assessment and evaluation results as part of the application
process. Please be advised that, as part of the mandated process, your
previous
assessment and evaluation results will be requested. You have the
opportunity to apply, review the information received, and provide any
response or information
you deem appropriate.
Physical Activity Level:
The employee must be able to perform assigned duties without significant
risk of substantial harm to his/her own safety/security and the
safety/security
of others. Some work is performed in physically comfortable positions with
little or light physical effort, and some work requires moderate effort.
Lifting
thirty to forty pounds may be required and brief periods of heavy muscular
exertion may be required. Interpreting/and transliterating, and teaching
visually
impaired students, require extended use of the upper body muscles and fine
motor movements of the hands. Physical requirements are subject to
reasonable
accommodation in accordance with ADA standards.
There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be
interviewed. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in
the
interview process, should you be selected.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this
vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and
complete
an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as
future job opportunities. Applicants can check the status of their
application
at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into
their account.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must
include all relevant education and experience on your official State
application.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a
baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college
transcript to verify
credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach
a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added
as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 757-3206. The
selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon
hire.
The State of Louisiana only accepts online applications. Paper applications
will not be accepted. Computer access is available at your local library,
at local Louisiana Workforce Commission
Business Career Solutions Centers,
and at our Baton Rouge Information and Testing Office at 5825 Florida
Boulevard, Room 1070, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. If you require an ADA
accommodation,
please contact our office at (225) 925-1911 or Toll Free: (866) 783-5462
during business hours for additional assistance.
(Please note: Libraries and LWC centers cannot provide in-depth assistance
to applicants with limited computer skills; therefore, we suggest that such
applicants have someone with computer proficiency accompany them to these
facilities to assist with the computer application process. Also, no State
Civil
Service employees are housed at the libraries or LWC centers to answer
specific questions about the hiring process. Such questions should be
directed
to our Baton Rouge Information and Testing Office at the phone numbers above
or by visiting the office on Florida Blvd. where assistance is available.
Information is also provided on our job seeker website at
www.jobs.la.gov http://www.jobs.la.gov ).
For further information about this vacancy contact LSDVI Human Resources,
(225) 757-3208.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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. Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or a related field.
. Possess or is eligible for Louisiana Ancillary Certification in
Orientation and Mobility as outlined in Part CXXXI, Title 28/Education;
Bulletin 746--Louisiana
Standards for State Certification of School Personnel; Chapter 4, Subchapter
A-410
. ACVREP OR NOMC Certification in Orientation and Mobility.
. Knowledge of appropriate skills in orientation and mobility and the use of
low vision aids.
. Must possess, or be willing to acquire, knowledge of and ability to apply
current standards-based educational practices associated with children who
are blind/visually impaired to a variety of settings.
. Knowledge of appropriate teaching methods in orientation and mobility and
other aids related to visual impairments/blindness.
. Must possess a current Driver's License and the ability to be certified
through the State Driver Safety Program.
. Must have access to reliable transportation to retrieve/return state
vehicles and/or rental vehicles in order to perform job duties. Must have
access
to personal telephone services at home. Frequent travel greater than 100
miles/day is required.
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JOB CONCEPTS:
I. Program Management Responsibilities
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. Implements Louisiana Schools for the Deaf and Visually Impaired (LSDVI)
instructional philosophy, program, and curricula when providing outreach
services
to children and their families.
. Exhibits knowledge of special education rules and regulations associated
with implementation of state and federal laws.
. Exhibits understanding of handicapped children and their needs, especially
the visually impaired children served by the school and demonstrates
awareness
of specialists, agencies, and organizations that serve disabled children and
their families.
. Demonstrates appropriate and effective office management skills such as
planning, organizing and implementing.
. Exercises good judgment in making decisions.
. Maintains accurate records of contacts, instructional strategies
implemented, current calendar of appointments, expense account forms,
inventory records
and student records; exercises confidentiality of information in accordance
with requirements of the law.
. Applies knowledge and skills of program supervision demonstrating
appropriate and effective interpersonal skills.
. Maintains a positive relationship with professional associates, the
community, the parents of the students and state and local agencies.
. Exhibits understanding of disabled children and their needs
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II. Programmatic Responsibilities
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. Travels throughout Louisiana to provide outreach services to children and
their families.
. Travels to LSVI campus on annually identified dates to assist with
instruction and student activities such as White Cane Day, Braille
Challenge, etc.
as directed by the supervisor.
. Administer prescribed pre and post tests to evaluate the student progress.
. Provides input for decisions regarding placement of children in
appropriate educational programs.
. Uses designated curricula and materials in the teaching/learning process
in a variety of approaches and techniques which develop lesson objectives
and
meet child and family needs.
. Prepares and utilizes appropriate materials to meet specific needs of the
child and the family.
. Develop weekly lesson plans for child ages 0 - 3 for supervisory review.
. Specifies learner outcomes in clear, concise objectives; includes
activities that develop objectives; identifies materials needed for lessons;
and states
method(s) of evaluation.
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III. Professional Conduct
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. Demonstrates reliability and punctuality in attendance and in meeting
obligations.
. Exhibits professional ethics.
. Exhibits initiative and recognizes and follows established communication
channels.
. Exhibits a willingness to accept and use suggestions for improvement.
. Uses time effectively.
. May be required to develop and implement a Professional Growth Plan in
consultation with the designated supervisor.
. May be required to complete a self-evaluation.
. Maintains an appropriate student-adult relationship and respects the
individual worth and dignity of each student.
. Demonstrates appropriate and effective skills in Braille, orientation and
mobility, adaptive technology and low vision aids.
. Performs other duties as assigned.
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EXAMPLES OF WORK:
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APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, LA 70802
(866) 783-5462
jobs at la.gov
An Equal Opportunity Employer Job #LSDVI2020-73
OUTREACH TEACHER (ORIENTATION & MOBILITY)
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OUTREACH TEACHER (Orientation & Mobility) Supplemental Questionnaire
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1.
I understand that information on this application may be subject to
investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material
omission,
including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my
application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible
register, and/or
subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or
dismissal from state service.
Yes
Yes
No
No
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2.
Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a
felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge? If 'YES', give the law
enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place
and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.
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3.
Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or related field?
Yes
Yes
No
No
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4.
Do you possess certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist from
ACVREP or National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) from NBPCB?
Yes
Yes
No
No
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5.
Do you possess LA ancillary certification in Orientation & Mobility?
Yes
Yes
No
No
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6.
How many years of experience do you have working with children who are
blind/visually impaired?
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7.
Do you possess a current Driver's License and the ability to be certified
through the State Driver Safety Program?
Yes
Yes
No
No
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8.
This position may require frequent travel greater than 100 miles/day. Are
you willing to travel as needed for the position?
Yes
Yes
No
No
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9.
Are you a current or former employee of LSDVI?
Yes
Yes
No
No
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10.
Are you related to a current employee of LSDVI?
Yes
Yes
No
No
* Required Question
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Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director,
Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259
ebell at latech.edu www.pdrib.com
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