Openings as of 10/18/2018

• Extended Learning Program Coordinator JobID: 47791
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Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Activites/Athletic Director


Date Posted:
  10/12/2018


Location:
  IESBVI Office - Des Moines


District:
  Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
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Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
  
Announces Employment Opportunity:
  
Extended Learning Program Coordinator
 
Be part of an innovative and successful program serving children who are blind and visually impaired throughout the State of Iowa.
 
Send resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources; IESBVI; 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd; Council Bluffs, IA 51503 
Additional information and job posting available at http://www.iowa-braille.k12.ia.us/
Contact Human Resources at Phone: 319-213-3728; Email: jruegg@iowa-braille.k12.ia.us 
 
 
Primary Function:
 
Participates in the planning and execution of statewide extended learning opportunities for students who are blind or visually impaired, including day programs, weekend events and summer programs. Serves as a statewide resource to IESBVI staff, Local Education Agency (LEA) staff and families in all areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) with a focus on social interaction skills, independent living, recreation/leisure, self-determination and career education and transition. Serves as Activities Director for all IESBVI coaches.
 
Required Qualifications:  
 
Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, therapeutic recreation or related field plus at least one year of experience program planning and facilitation required. The ability to travel regularly throughout the state and occasionally out of state, including some overnights, is also required.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
 
Experience working with children with special needs preferred. Current Iowa Coaching Authorization/Endorsement also preferred.
 
Salary and Benefits:
 
$45,482 - $66,590 commensurate with experience and credentials. Comprehensive benefit package.
 
Position Details:
 
Full time, calendar year appointment (work year-round). Office location flexible within the State of Iowa. Position starts as soon as possible. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. Applications will be accepted beginning immediately. Applications accepted until the position is filled.
 
 
 
Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired / Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. A Board of Regents, State of Iowa Program.
 




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Openings as of 10/18/2018

• Orientation and Mobility Specialist JobID: 45070
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Position Type:
  Student Support Services/Orientation and Mobility


Date Posted:
  7/19/2018


Location:
  Great Prairie AEA - Ottumwa


Date Available:
  08/15/2018


Closing Date:
  12/29/2018

District:
  Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
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Orientation and Mobility Specialist
 
Send resume, licensure/certification, copies of transcripts and cover letter to:
Human Resources; IESBVI; 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd; Council Bluffs, IA 51503. 
Additional information and job posting available at http://www.iowa-braille.k12.ia.us/
Contact Human Resources at Phone: 319-213-3728; Email: jruegg@iowa-braille.k12.ia.us 
 
 
Primary Function:
 
• In collaboration with Area Education Agencies (AEAs) and Local Education Agencies (LEAs), and using an itinerant model, the Orientation and Mobility Specialist provides direct and consultative orientation and mobility services to students with visual impairments, in their local school and home settings.
• Formulates appropriate educational objective, activities, evaluation, goals, and instruction.
• Reports student growth and programs to parents periodically.
• Participates as a member of multidisciplinary teams; involved with evaluations; educational planning.
 
Required Qualifications:  
 
Bachelor’s degree in orientation and mobility plus experience using a computer and other office equipment required. Candidates must meet State of Iowa orientation and mobility specialist licensure requirements by the time of appointment. The ability to travel throughout a designated region within Iowa on a daily basis also required. Information on Iowa licensing requirements may be found at the Board of Educational Examiners webpage: www.state.ia.us/boee/.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
 
Master’s degree in orientation and mobility and experience with school-age children preferred.
 
Salary and Benefits:
 
Salary will be determined by the successful applicant’s educational and teaching experience.
(BA degree - $44,897-$69,658; MA degree – $52,701-$81,255). Comprehensive benefit package.
 
Position Details:
 
Full-time, School-year appointment. Position starts Fall 2018. Service region covers multiple Iowa school districts. The ability to travel throughout a designated region within Iowa on a daily basis required. Criminal and other relevant background checks also required. Applications will be accepted beginning immediately. Applications accepted until the position is filled.
 
Available service regions include:
 
• Ottumwa, IA – Full Time (Itinerant)
  
 
Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired / Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. A Board of Regents, State of Iowa Program.
 
 




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