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Braillist/Vision Support Specialist

Braillist/Vision Support Specialist

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Position Purpose:
The Braillist/Vision Support Specialist transcribes educational materials for students who are blind and visually impaired (BVI) into alternative formats under the direction of licensed special education instructional and/or related services staff. The Braillist/Vision Support Specialist provides access to and reinforcement of concepts and visual information within the educational environment, including orientation and mobility support across settings during the school day.

Essential Duties:

Braille & Accessible Instructional Material (AIM) Production

  • Produces adaptive instructional materials for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI) in accordance to the specifications of the licensed special education instructional and/or related services staff.
  • Creates tactile graphics of maps, charts, pictures, routes, and other displays using various tools, materials, and machines
  • Scans, edits, and translates classroom materials into Braille, including maintaining textbook shelves.
  • Transcribes print materials, including textbooks and other books, not readily available from the Minnesota Resource Libraries, into literary braille for students with visual impairments. For braille production, uses computer software and technology.
  • Prepares/creates accessible materials for unique classroom themes, projects, events, activities, games, bulletin boards, and other visuals used across settings.
  • Transcribes student(s) answers from Braille into print for classroom teacher use.
  • Creates raised-line drawings to accompany classroom materials.
  • Embosses, re-edits, and binds materials using various methods and materials.

Orientation & Mobility Support

  • Prompts or assists students who are BVI with independence skills; i.e. bathroom, eating, navigating transitions, and orienting the school environment.
  • Ensure safety as the student is mobile and orienting themselves throughout various environments.

Instructional Accessibility Support

  • Under the work direction of the licensed BVI teacher(s), provide direct teaching of skills, hands-on exploration, auditory explanations, adapted materials and other needed supports to make classroom materials and activities accessible.
  • Provide assistance to the BVI special education teacher in implementing assessment tasks.
  • Provide assistance to the BVI special education teacher in implementing instructional system processes including effective interpersonal skills.
  • Provide assistance to the BVI special education teacher and Orientation/Mobility Specialist in implementing instructional requirements and other provisions of students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Collaboration

  • Collaborate regularly with the BVI special education teacher(s) and Orientation/Mobility Specialist to enhance programming and practices and implement evidence based practices and strategies.

Other Duties

  • Performs other duties as assigned

Teacher- Special Education (EBD)

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JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District. This position will be working in a Center-Based EBD program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

RN/Licensed School Nurse – Richfield Public Schools

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The Richfield Public School District is now accepting applications for a full time RN/Licensed School Nurse located at Richfield Middle School for the 2021-2022 school year.
By truly listening to, valuing and celebrating every member of our educational community, we can ensure our schools and programs provide a safe and supportive environment for learning, playing and working. At Richfield Public Schools, we believe that all students, families, staff and community members should share a sense of ownership, pride and belonging to our district, where they will be part of a warm, welcoming and respectful environment that celebrates each and every individual. You can be part of helping to provide a positive school climate and culture by joining our district to take your career to the next level while making a real difference.

Requirements: Registered Nurse or  Minnesota Licensed School Nurse

Schedule 1.0FTE, during the school year

LPN or RN/Special Ed Paraprofessional

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This position is full-time and based out of the Mahtomedi High School.  This position will work directly with a student with medical needs.  Salary and benefits are part of the Paraprofessionals Master Agreement.

●        Providing nursing care to students with special health needs and specialized health care procedures

●        Support students with disabilities through formal and informal assessments

●        Work one on one, in small groups, or in a classroom setting

●        Assist staff to meet specific needs of students

●        Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff

●        Other job-related duties as assigned

Sixth Grade Teacher – Long Term Substitute

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Dates: August 23, 2021 – November 24, 2021

Position Summary:
Provide classroom instruction to students in 6th grade with an emphasis in Language Arts and Math.

Requirements:
Valid MN Elementary Teaching license. Bi-lingual skills in Spanish or Somali desired. Demonstrated use of 21st Century strategies and approaches to ensure all learners achieve the highest levels. Balanced Literacy preferred.  Consistent and reliable attendance is required.