Outreach Vision Consultant

Outreach Vision Consultant

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo Institution SD School f/t Blind & VI Working Title Outreach Vision Consultant Posting Number F01453P Department SDSBVI-Superintendent Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish Posting Text

Outreach Vision Consultant opportunity at the SD School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This position has a Spearfish/western South Dakota home station location.

A 9-month full-time faculty position, with full benefits. Occasional Summer Family Visits.

Job Highlights:

• Provide vision consultation and support services to parents, schools districts (and other agencies) of visually impaired, blind and deaf-blind children

• Facilitate access between parents and/or teachers and SDSBVI personnel and other resources

• Act as an advocate for children who are visually impaired

• Maintain records of students, services provided and recommendations made

Credentials/Certification/Registration:

• South Dakota Teacher's Certificate with endorsement in visual impairment and special education. (If not certified in visual impairment, must be willing to become certified within three years of employment)

Incumbent will be required to undergo a background investigation before employment begins. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

Incumbent will be required to provide documentation of MMR vaccination

Posting Date 05/01/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 05/08/2024 Advertised Salary Depends on Experience Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Instructor Work Hours

8-4

Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40 Appointment Type Temporary Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Will work directly for the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Superintendent in Aberdeen. However, work will be outreach in nature and will involve the West River location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

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Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

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Working Environment

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Reference List

Optional Documents