Outreach Vision Consultant opportunity at the SD School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This position has a Spearfish/western South Dakota home station location.
A 9-month full-time faculty position, with full benefits. Occasional Summer Family Visits.
Job Highlights:
- Provide vision consultation and support services to parents, schools districts (and other agencies) of visually impaired, blind and deaf-blind children.
- Facilitate access between parents and/or teachers and SDSBVI personnel and other resources.
- Act as an advocate for children who are visually impaired.
- Maintain records of students, services provided and recommendations made.
Credentials/Certification/Registration:
- South Dakota Teacher’s Certificate with endorsement in visual impairment and special education. (If not certified in visual impairment, must be willing to become certified within three years of employment.)
Incumbent will be required to undergo a background investigation before employment begins. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.
Incumbent will be required to provide documentation of MMR vaccination.
Posting Information:
Posting Date: 05/01/2024
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
First Consideration Date: 05/08/2024
Advertised Salary:
Depends on Experience
Duration of the Term:
9 months
Appointment Percent:
100%
Tenure Status:
Term
Proposed Rank:
Instructor
Work Hours:
8 AM - 4 PM
Typical Hours Worked Per Week:
40 hours
Appointment Type:
Temporary
Scope of Search:
External (includes Internal)
Department Description and Cultural Expectations:
Will work directly for the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Superintendent in Aberdeen. However, work will be outreach in nature and will involve the West River location.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Contact Information:
South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455
Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.
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