What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher of the Visually position at State of South Carolina?
Salary : $48,090.00 - $91,709.00 Annually
Location : Spartanburg County, SC
Job Type : FTE - Full-Time
Job Number : 165398
Agency : School for the Deaf and the Blind
Division : Vision Outreach Services
Opening Date : 05 / 29 / 2024
Closing Date : 1 / 31 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures : : To apply, please submit an application on-line.
Class Code : : UB05
Position Number : : 60011028
Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)
Pay Band : Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min. : $48,090.00
Hiring Range - Max. : $91,709.00
Opening Date : 05 / 29 / 2024
EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Assist local school districts or Statewide Early Intervention with the assessment of students who are blind or visually impaired and the reporting of educational and adaptive needs in the areas of visual development, literacy, social, self-help, Orientation and Mobility and other areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum. Work with families in the natural environment and local school districts in the school-based setting to schedule lessons, adapt instructional materials, and provide instruction in Braille, use of residual vision, Orientation and Mobility and other areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum. Assist in the development of appropriate individualized education plans or individual family service plans based on assessments. Participates in IFSP and IEP meetings.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor's Degree with SC Teacher's Licensure in Visual Impairment and two years of experience working with students (birth to 21 years) who are blind or visually impaired. Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively with parents, teachers and other professionals in the provision of services. Must be proficient in the teaching of Braille and other adaptive skills needed by students who are blind or visually impaired. Must have considerable knowledge of methods to evaluate the educational needs of blind or visually impaired students. Requires frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending and occasional lifting up to 30 pounds. Must be able to respond to a student emergency.
Additional Comments
If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (e.i., copy of your BA Degree, high school diploma, college degree) and if applicable, licensure and / or certification (e.i., nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driver certification)
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree with SC Teacher's Licensure in Visual Impairment?
Do you have two years of experience working with students (birth to 21 years) who are blind or visually impaired?
Have you previously been employed by the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind?
Required Question
Salary : $48,090 - $91,709
