School Paraeducator for Students with Visual Impairment

This position is responsible for providing support to the District's Program for Students with Visual Impairment, including students who are visually impaired and teachers certified to work with students with visual impairments (TVI). Primary Responsibilities (To be acquired within a reasonable timeframe): Reinforces skills through activities with students who have visual impairments in classrooms, one-to-one, and/or small groups under the direction and supervision of a TVI. Demonstrates basic knowledge and skill of human guide and instructional technology/tools used by students with visual impairment, including low vision devices, abacus, screen readers, etc. Interlines basic literacy materials for students with visual impairments. Enlarges print materials under the direction of a certified teacher or students with visual impairments. Binds material using various methods. Creates simple tactile images for communication systems, early literacy books, etc. using various tools, materials and machines. Produces simple materials in braille for classroom use such as labels. Orders special materials for use with students who are visually impaired. Arranges equipment repair. Clerical duties, as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned, requested or needed. Minimum Position Requirements: High school diploma or equivalency. Willingness to learn Braille. Experience with children preferred. Be highly qualified with school district and state education expectations and trainings. Preferred and Mandatory (*) Skill Requirements: General practices working with students who are visually impaired* Literary Braille Code Tactile Graphics Braille Embosser Braille Translation Software Tactile Imaging Enhancer Thermoform Word Processing* Six Key Entry General Office Equipment (fax, copier, scanner, etc.)* Demonstrate knowledge of communication devices Salary Compensation (based on 100% FTE): $16.89/hr (Minimum) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Hours per Day: 7.5 hours Number of Days per Year: 185 (includes paid holidays) Benefits Eligibility: Medical, Dental, Group Life, Long-Term Disability, Vision (Optional) Status: Non-Exempt