Southern Oregon ESD is seeking dedicated and skilled Braillists at SOESD. The Braillist position combines production of specialized educational materials (e.g. Braille and Large Print) along with direct support to students with visual impairments who attend school in their local communities in Southern Oregon. We have multiple positions available.
The Braillist works with the Teacher of the Visually Impaired. This unique position combines office-based production with hands-on instructional support in classrooms. The Braillist can progress along a career ladder moving from Level 1 up to Level 3 as professional skills are acquired.
Braillist I
POSITION GOAL: Assist the licensed Teacher of the Visually lmpaired with students who are eligible for regional services in order to compensate for the student's loss of vision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of vision loss across developmental stages, adaptive teaching strategies and an overview of
needed compensatory skills for student.
2. Assist licensed teacher of the visually impaired in carrying out instructional competencies unique to vision loss.
3. lmplement Orientation and Mobility activities as demonstrated by the O&M specialist.
4. *Enlarge materials for low-vision students.
5. *Type at a speed of 40 wpm with 95% accuracy.
6. *Record materials for students.
7. *Produce basic contracted braille.
8. *Complete, to satisfaction of braille instructor, lessons 1-19 of Instruction Manual for Braille Transcribers.
9. *Demonstrate beginning computer skills: word processing, attaching files, e-mailing, accessing the internet, faxing.
10. Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with SOESD employees, education agency representatives and other stakeholders.
11. Participate in team meetings and other committee meetings.
12. Follow established SOESD policies and procedures. Comply with district and ESD rules
13. Participate in trainings and professional development.
14. Perform physical requirements unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
15. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
*ltems tested or evaluated for competency
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school graduate or GED equivalent.
2. Willingness to learn special competencies.
3. Willingness to learn braille codes.
4. Personable, collaborative team member.
5. Possess a valid Oregon driver's license and car access.
LENGTH OF POSITION: 190 days
SALARY: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement: $18.63/hr - $25.54/hr for 2022-2023 school year.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Department Chair (if requested) and appropriate involvement of the Regional Programs Coordinator
If interested in seeking employment at Southern Oregon ESD, please apply directly by visiting our website at http://www.soesd.k12.or.us/jobssoesd/ openings and look for posting #1879 and #1880.
Here you will find a complete job description, requirements and application. To be considered for this position, a formal application must be submitted through our website. The SOESD is an equal opportunity employer. SOESD provides a competitive salary and benefit package.
The following physical requirements are essential functions of the Quality Improvement Specialist job description.
Stand/Walk:............................ [ ] None [X] 1-4 Hrs/Day [ ] 4-6 Hrs/Day [ ] 6-8 Hrs/Day
Run: .......................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Sit/Sit on floor: ........................[ ] None [X] 1-4 Hrs/Day [ ] 4-6 Hrs/Day [ ] 6-8 Hrs/Day
Drive: .....................................[ ] None [X] 1-4 Hrs/Day [ ] 4-6 Hrs/Day [ ] 6-8 Hrs/Day
Bending: .................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Squat: ....................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Climb Stairs:............................ [ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Single Grasping: .......................[X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Pushing: ..................................[ ] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [X] Limited [ ] Not At All
Pulling: ....................................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Fine Manipulation: .....................[X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Repetitive Foot Controls: ............[ ] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [X] Not At All
Lifting (less than 25 lbs): ...........[X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Lifting (25 - 50 lbs): ..................[X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Lifting (50 - 75 lbs): ..................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Lifting (75 - 100 lbs): ................[ ] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [X] Limited [ ] Not At All
Shift position quickly: ............[ ] Frequently [ x] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
Strength/endurance ..................[ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Limited [ ] Not At All
