David.Andrews@f778.n115.z1.fidonet.org (David Andrews) (09/05/90)
Index Number: 10104
STATE OF NEW MEXICO
COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND
PROMOTION/TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY
Classification: Rehabilitation Teacher
Tool #: (blank)
Salary Range: 99 From: 16,000 To: 32,000 per year
Position Status: Exempt
Test Required: Experience/Qualifications
Position Supervisor: Richard Davis
Location: Las Cruces
Closing Date: When Filled
Minimum Qualifications: Possess bachelor's degree, and applicable
NM State Department of Education teaching or vocational
rehabilitation teaching certificate or ability to obtain same.
Proficient in techniques used by blind persons and able to teach
same. Knowledge of subject area of specialization, of methods,
techniques, equipment and materials used in the area of
specialization; of preparation and planning of curse work, of
sources of information and instructional materials; of teaching
problems and their solutions. Ability to motivate and instruct
students of widely varying levels of interest and achievement; to
demonstrate friendly and helpful attitude toward students; to earn
the respect and confidence of students; to maintain order and
discipline necessary in a learning situation; to express ideas
clearly and concisely; to enforce agency regulations fairly and
impartially; to write and maintain curricula, lessons plans, and
reports. Incumbents work on an itinerant basis with blind clients
in their home communities and in institutional settings, providing
individualized instruction. Extensive travel, with overnight stays
in motels, and some evening or off-hours work is required.
Position involves teaching of specific alternative techniques used
by blind people. This includes Braille, cane travel, typing,
cooking, home and personal management and industrial arts and home
repairs. Teacher must be able to coordinate teaching efforts with
community volunteers and staff of institutions. Position will
involve the use of persuasive skills in public speaking, and
community contacts to promote public acceptance of the notion that
blind people are competent members of the community. Counseling
of blind persons on acceptance of blindness is also required.
Position will require the capacity to work independently, with
minimal supervision, and the ability to learn of, and use,
community resources effectively.
Applications can be obtained from the Commission for the Blind.
Applicants should submit applications to:
Commission for the Blind
Attn: Richard Davis
408 White Sands Blvd.
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(505) 437-0401
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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