1 GHS - Teacher for Students with Blind Low Vision Impairment Job in Goshen, IN
SORT BY
G
GHS - Teacher for Students with Blind Low Vision Impairment
$46k-68k (estimate)
Temporary | Elementary & Secondary Education
1 Month Ago
Sorry! This job is no longer available. Please explore similar jobs listed on the left.
Goshen Community Schools is Hiring a GHS - Teacher for Students with Blind Low Vision Impairment Near Goshen, IN
Goshen High School Teacher for Students with Blind Low Vision ImpairmentPOSITION PURPOSE: Teaches preschool, elementary and secondary school subjects and daily living skills to blind low vision students, consults with general education teachers to develop strategies and modifications for students with visual impairments by performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
Qualifications
SALARY: Summer School hourly rate
APPLICATION PROCESS: In order to be considered for an interview, all applicants must have completed their on-line application at https://goshenschools.tedk12.com/hire.
Current GCS employees should click on the Internal link at the top of the page.
Please Attach The Following To Your Application
Goshen Community Schools
613 Purl St.
Goshen, IN 46526
574-533-8631
cberger@goshenschools.org
The Goshen Community School's Board of School Trustees is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the applicant will be made without reference to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS IS: Until Filled
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
- Instructs students in the use of magnification equipment, large print materials and/or braille systems to access general education curriculum.
- Confers with parents, administrators, testing specialist, social worker, and others to develop individual education programs for students.
- Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other instructional materials according to grade level students.
- Transcribes lessons and other materials into Braille for blind students or large print for low vision students.
- Reviews and corrects completed assignments using such aides as Braille writer or computer.
- Arranges for and conducts field trips designed to promote experiential learning.
- Instructs students in academic subjects and daily living subjects such as hygiene, safety, and food preparation.
- Supervises and directs activities of paraprofessional involved with the blind low vision programs.
- Urges students to participate in verbal and sensory classroom learning experience to ensure their confidence in the subject matter. Development of social skills and the ability to identify objects encountered in daily living.
- Consult with regular and special education regarding adaptation and modification of classroom curriculum and materials for blind low vision students.
- Responsible for obtaining large print textbooks, recorded textbooks, braille materials, assistive devices and other adapted materials for students.
- Conduct in-service presentations for students and teachers to develop awareness of vision impairment.
- Teaches collaboratively with regular education teachers in all subject areas.
- Responsible for monitoring in-take/out-take and inventory of adapted materials that have been ordered/received.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.
- Ability to communicate effectively with groups of students, parents, and school staff.
- Skills in human relations.
- Ability to plan and organize, good work habits.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations requiring decision making.
- Orientation and Mobility certification recommended.
- Other qualifications the Governing Council and/or Director may require.
SALARY: Summer School hourly rate
APPLICATION PROCESS: In order to be considered for an interview, all applicants must have completed their on-line application at https://goshenschools.tedk12.com/hire.
Current GCS employees should click on the Internal link at the top of the page.
Please Attach The Following To Your Application
- Letter of interest
- Up-to-date resume
- Current Indiana Professional Educator’s License
- Three current letters of reference
Goshen Community Schools
613 Purl St.
Goshen, IN 46526
574-533-8631
cberger@goshenschools.org
The Goshen Community School's Board of School Trustees is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the applicant will be made without reference to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS IS: Until Filled
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Temporary
INDUSTRY
Elementary & Secondary Education
SALARY
$46k-68k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/18/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/06/2024
WEBSITE
www.goshenschools.org
HEADQUARTERS
Goshen, Indiana
SIZE
500 - 1,000
CEO
James Hagen
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Elementary & Secondary Education
Related Companies
About Goshen Community Schools
At GCS, we serve more than 6,200 students and are recognized for our ability to bridge school and community. The academic, extracurricular, and cultural diversity of our schools provides students with options and experiences not available elsewhere. With excellent programs such as High Ability, English as a New Language (ENL) and the Special Education Cooperative, GCS is able to meet the needs of all students. Located in northern Indiana, our proximity to Chicago and Indianapolis offers metropolitan amenities within a smaller community environment.
Show more
Similar Jobs
Popular Articles
Top 10 Things to Avoid Putting on a Job Application
Read Article
How to Describe Your Education in a Resume
Read Article
How to Write a Memorable Cover Letter in 5 Ways
Read Article
4 Personal Finance Tips to Make During Job Transition
Read Article
4 Best Camera Setups for Interview
Read Article
Keeping a Job Search Journal: 9 Types of Journaling You Can Do
Read Article
