What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Specialist-Visually Impaired position at San Luis Obispo County Office of Education?
Perform the necessary duties to adapt and modify assignments, braille instructional materials, interline braille to make materials accessible to visually impaired (VI) students. Assist VI Teacher and Braille Specialists with clerical duties. Work with VI students one-on-one in classroom setting to assist with class assignments and skill building. Required:
-High school diploma or equivalent.
-An AA degree (or equivalent) or passage of proficiency examination in compliance with Education Code and Every Student Succeeds Act/No Child Left Behind Act.
-Ability to read and write uncontracted (Grade 1) Braille and to pass a SLOCOE Braille assessment test.
-Experience working with children in an organized setting.
-First Aid and CPR certification (provided by SLOCOE) must be obtained within 130 days of employment.
Desired:
-One year experience (paid or volunteer) working with children with disabilities
