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TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Short-Term Programs Teacher in Austin, Texas
POSITION:Short-Term Programs Teacher PART-TIME
DEPARTMENT:Short-Term Programs
POSTING #:25-000
TWC JOB ORDER #:
MONTHLY SALARY:Based on AISD pay scale using education and years of experience
SHIFT:Part-time 7:15am-3:45pm; some weekends, varies
OPENING DATE:09/13/2024
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LOSING DATE: Until Filled
CLASSIFICATION / GROUP #:T021 / n/a
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Creates academic and technology curricula for short-term classes.
- Plans and prepares for short-term and summer classes.
- Assesses student needs to address instructional goals and objectives.
- Teaches short-term program classes; both in-person and via distance learning platforms.
- Assists in coordinating summer programs.
- Supervises aides, and all others assigned.
- Performs assignments effectively relating to all department and school policies and procedures.
- Utilizes equipment and facilities in the most effective manner to support the instructional program.
- Promotes positive relations through effective communication and involvement with family, appropriate agencies, and community members to meet individual student needs.
- Utilizes professional classroom management techniques to assist students in learning.
- Continues professional growth and development.
- Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy.
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
- Performs related work as assigned.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university [Applicant selected for hire will be required to submit a copy of college or university transcript(s)].
- Must have Texas Special Education EC-12 and elementary or secondary level certifications.
- Must have or be willing to obtain the Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments supplemental certification (TVI) within a specified period of time.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with students who demonstrate grade-level academic skills.
- Proficiency with Google tools (Google Certified Educator).
- Knowledge of various screen-readers including JAWS, NVDA, and Voiceover.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Masters degree in Education, Visual Impairments, or a related field.