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Teacher of the Blind/Visually Impaired - STP

Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District

Saint Thomas, MN | Full Time

$48k-70k (estimate)

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Teacher of the Blind/Visually Impaired - STP

$48k-70k (estimate)

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Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District is Hiring a Teacher of the Blind/Visually Impaired - STP Near Saint Thomas, MN

JobID: 2787

Position Type:
Summer Transition Program (STP)/Teacher of the Blind/Visually Impaired

Date Posted:
4/17/2023

Location:
Summer Transition Program (St. Thomas)

NORTHEAST METRO 916 INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT
VACANCY NOTICE

Date Posted: April 17, 2023
Position Title: Teacher of the Blind/Visually Impaired
Assignment: Summer Transition Program - University of St. Thomas
Dates: The Summer Transition Program runs from June 16th to June 26th.
Mandatory staff meeting held on June 6th from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
Total Hours: 42 - 66 hours (depending on position)
Staff may be scheduled both during the day and in the evening. Please list any dates unavailable to work, otherwise it is assumed that you are available.
About the Summer Transition Program:
The Summer Transition Program (STP) provides experiences addressing the unique transition needs of students who are Blind, Low Vision or Deaf Blind. The critical nature of transition skills and the expanded core curriculum allow students to increase independence in school, home, and work environments. STP will be in person at the Univeristy of St. Thomas, June 16 - 26, 2022. Students will have opportunities to work towards transition areas necessary for independence beyond high school.

Nature of Work:
Incumbents are responsible for teaching students in assigned disciplines in classrooms, small groups, or at home; adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests; developing individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development; establishing and enforcing rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students; administering tests to help determine students' developmental levels, needs, or potential; and conferring with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, or administrators to resolve students' behavioral or academic problems.
Typical Class Responsibilities:

Implements and delivers instructional activities to students; instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and resources; monitors and assesses student progress and competency mastery, which includes: identifying appropriate assessment methods; developing and administering tests; grading assigned student work; providing performance feedback; and performing other related activities.
Develops, implements, and evaluates curriculum; establishes learning objectives; prepares and evaluates lesson plans; evaluates and selects instructional resources and/or specialized resources; adapts materials and curriculum to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
Manages student behavior, which includes: developing and implementing classroom rules and applicable disciplinary procedures; assisting in the administration of applicable behavioral policies and rules; and providing appropriate interventions and strategies to address behavior issues.
Maintains accurate and complete student records including grades, achievements, development, and attendance; ensures Due Process rights of students are maintained, as applicable; and develops and writes Individualized Educational Plans and associated reports, as applicable.
Participates in a variety of meetings, which may include: parent or guardian conferences, special education briefings, staff and/or committee meetings, staff development sessions, and/or other related meetings.
Performs related support functions, which may include: preparing correspondence and reports; responding to inquiries; and performing related duties.
Provides feedback to education and student assistants; gives direction to assistants as necessary.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Training and Experience Requirements:
Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree and licensed or able to obtain a license from the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) in Blind or Visually Impaired (B-12).
Preferred Qualifications:

Previous work experience with the Summer Transition Program
Authorization as a driver in current district

Knowledge Requirements:

Applicable learning theories and teaching methods;
Curriculum development;
Student assessment methods;
Proactive behavior management;
Classroom management principles and practices;
Instructional methods and practices;
Differentiated instructional methods and practices;
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
Recordkeeping principles;
Computers and related software applications.

Skill Requirements:

Developing, implementing, and evaluating lessons;
Assessing student achievement and learning;
Identifying and utilizing instructional resources and/or specialized resources;
Managing classroom behavior;
Developing assessment materials;
Modifying lesson plans for specialized populations;
Maintaining applicable student records;
Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
Preparing and maintaining records and reports;
Operating a computer and applicable software applications;
Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and seeing.

Commitment to Equity
At Northeast Metro 916, equity means that everyone has access to what they need in order to learn, grow and thrive.
Northeast Metro 916 will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.