Technology Teacher

Job DescriptionJob Description

CABVI is seeking a full-time Technology Teacher to teach children and adults who are blind and visually impaired computer and technology skills so that they can find success in school, at home, and in the workplace.

This position also offers a PT/NB option of up to 19 hours per week at a premium hourly rate of $52.38

Responsibilities Include:

• Remain current in technology, this would include both hardware and software. Willing to learn assistive technology and applications for those with visual impairments.
• Work with the Assistive Technology Manager to develop opportunities to share technology with other professionals in the form of workshops, conferences, staff training days, agency tours and more.
• Work with the Assistive Technology Manager to develop and conduct creative, interesting and educational programs for both adults and children with visual impairments in residential, remote and day programs. Complete all required documentation. Meet the needs of all students, in both an individual and group format. Provide classroom instruction within the technology center and assist with program participant recruitment.
• Continually research advances in the technology field, new products and applications. Attend trainings and meetings, as needed. Willing to advance your knowledge in computer skills through continuing education.
• Develop and ensure the provision of quality technology services and the timely delivery of these services to CABVI consumers.
• Develop professional, collegial relationships with school districts, other CABVI departments, funding/grant sources and related groups.
• Provide technology services to children with visual impairments located in public/private school settings.
• Provide consultative services to teachers and school personnel. Complete assessments, develop lesson plans, and complete quarterly and annual reports. Provide training to parents and care givers, as needed.
• Work with CABVI internal departments to ensure the assistive technology needs of employees are met. Provides assessment and training to employees as needed.
• Complete and submits all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Adapt to change and completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements Include:

• Minimum of an associate’s degree in teaching, vocational training, technology, or education preferred. Formal training certificates in software or hardware applications may be substituted for advanced degrees.
• A minimum of one year experience in a teaching or training capacity preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills, teaching ability and able to work cooperatively with a wide variety of personalities.
• Must have excellent computer skills and expansive knowledge of technology. Knowledge of today’s mainstream technology including computers, cell phones, tablets, software applications and training programs.
• Must be knowledgeable regarding conventional hardware/software and installation on both PC and Macintosh systems.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel.
• Must have knowledge in Google applications such as Docs and Sheets, mobile device applications including iOS and Android. Must be willing to learn new technology.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key job elements.

Benefits:

CABVI offers a generous benefit package along with a family friendly work environment. We offer three health insurance plans to choose from along with dental and vision insurance. A retirement benefit through a 403(b) is offered to include employee and employer contributions. We also have paid time off, paid holidays, mileage reimbursement, a fitness center accessible to CABVI employees, employer sponsored life insurance along with many other employee sponsored benefits.

Visit us at www.cabvi.org

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Company DescriptionThe Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is a not-for-profit agency with professional and support staff who provide comprehensive vision rehabilitation programs annually to more than 2000 people who are blind and visually impaired in a nine-county area. We teach independent living skills, as well as orientation and mobility, and we offer low vision services, children’s services, and continually-expanding technology and employment programs. One facet of our employment services is Central Industries, the Association’s manufacturing division that helps support agency services. Our mission is to assist people who are blind or visually impaired achieve their highest levels of independence.Company DescriptionThe Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is a not-for-profit agency with professional and support staff who provide comprehensive vision rehabilitation programs annually to more than 2000 people who are blind and visually impaired in a nine-county area. We teach independent living skills, as well as orientation and mobility, and we offer low vision services, children’s services, and continually-expanding technology and employment programs. One facet of our employment services is Central Industries, the Association’s manufacturing division that helps support agency services. Our mission is to assist people who are blind or visually impaired achieve their highest levels of independence.

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