Job Information
State of Minnesota Blind/Visually Impaired Teacher-Technology in Faribault, Minnesota
Working Title: Blind/Visually Impaired Teacher-Technology
Job Class: Special Teacher: BA/BS up to MA/MS+License+30
Agency: Mn State Academies
Job ID : 72150
Location : Faribault
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/17/2024
Closing Date : 06/03/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-SRS
Division/Unit : Minnesota State Academies / MSAB Teachers
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.90 - $51.09 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 215 - Residential Schools Education/Residen Sc
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Re-Posting : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This is an 10-month (plus up to a few more weeks) per year position and the work schedule follows the school calendar.
This position is open for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. This job is first open to employees of this agency who are in the Special Teacher classification and possess a valid MN Teacher license. Other qualified applicants will be considered if there are no internal applicants.
The incumbent in this position will assist the Academy for the Blind in providing instruction for blind/visually impaired students. The primary function is to meet the educational established IEP objectives of the students in attendance at MSAB.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a current and valid Minnesota Teaching License in Technology upon hire.
Experience teaching technology to K-12 aged students
The knowledge needed to provide students instruction that is designed to provide an understanding of the continually developing technological world.
Ability to obtain a Certification in Blind/Visually Impaired within six months or start in a program in order to obtain certification.
Skill in writing basic reports, using arithmetic, and reading and interpreting charts and graphs.
Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand written policies, procedures, and education plans and to maintain records and documentation.
Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide instruction to students.
Ability to perform emergency procedures and personal safety techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and background teaching Technology to blind/visually impaired and/or multi-challenged youth.
Knowledge of the multi-challenged/blind/visually impaired students and educational practices.
Knowledge of the data practices as it relates to work in the technology field.
Knowledge of assistive technology.
Knowledge of Braille
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and be able to sit, stand, walk throughout the workday
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
Criminal background check
Ability to obtain required Braille certification (classes held on campus)
Employees driving on MSA business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MSA’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. If you have already applied to this position, you do not need to apply again.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.