What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exceptional Children Braillist-Vision Assistant position at Iredell-Statesville Schools?
BRAILLIST
Salary Grade 59
NATURE OF WORK
An employee in this class is responsible for decoding and transcribing materials into braille and assisting students with access to educational materials in braille, embossed or refreshable. The employee receives general assignments and follows precedent courses of action. The employee is expected to problem solve regarding braille materials. While this position works in direct collaboration with the Teacher of the Visually Impaired, limited supervision is received from the teacher and principal.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK
Transcribes classroom and supplementary materials into braille. This person may register and serve as an Accessible Materials Producer (AMO) through the State NIMAC Coordinator. Reviews student work completed in braille for accuracy of the code. Prepares corresponding printed text of braille work student's team members. Assists the Teacher of the Visually Impaired in gathering progress monitoring data. Attends IEP meetings and other meetings as needed in which educational programs for visually impared students are planned and materials are reviewed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of standard technologies and equipment typically used for the production of embossed and electronic braille materials for the visually impaired. Considerable knowledge of correct English usage, spelling grammar, and punctuation. Working knowledge of elementary and secondary level subject content to accurately and efficiently transcribe materials into braille. Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships to effectively collaborate and work with students and teachers.
SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Demonstrate successful completion of a reputable braille program. This specification has been designed to represent the general nature and level of work found in positions in this class. As such, it is not intended to contain all of the duties and qualifications required of an employee in a single position (job).
Salary Grade 59
NATURE OF WORK
An employee in this class is responsible for decoding and transcribing materials into braille and assisting students with access to educational materials in braille, embossed or refreshable. The employee receives general assignments and follows precedent courses of action. The employee is expected to problem solve regarding braille materials. While this position works in direct collaboration with the Teacher of the Visually Impaired, limited supervision is received from the teacher and principal.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK
Transcribes classroom and supplementary materials into braille. This person may register and serve as an Accessible Materials Producer (AMO) through the State NIMAC Coordinator. Reviews student work completed in braille for accuracy of the code. Prepares corresponding printed text of braille work student's team members. Assists the Teacher of the Visually Impaired in gathering progress monitoring data. Attends IEP meetings and other meetings as needed in which educational programs for visually impared students are planned and materials are reviewed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of standard technologies and equipment typically used for the production of embossed and electronic braille materials for the visually impaired. Considerable knowledge of correct English usage, spelling grammar, and punctuation. Working knowledge of elementary and secondary level subject content to accurately and efficiently transcribe materials into braille. Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships to effectively collaborate and work with students and teachers.
SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Demonstrate successful completion of a reputable braille program. This specification has been designed to represent the general nature and level of work found in positions in this class. As such, it is not intended to contain all of the duties and qualifications required of an employee in a single position (job).
