General Description

Interprets and transliterates both to and from Braille. Provides routine clerical and/or instructional assistance within established procedures and standard practices. Work is performed under general supervision with little direct supervision regarding transliterations.

Essential Job Functions

• Adapts and produces classroom materials, tests, etc. into Braille under the direction of the teacher of the blind/visually impaired.
  
• Enlarges, adapts educational materials, constructs tactual materials and produces auditory formats, per instruction teacher of the blind/visually impaired.
  
• Assist students on field trips, as needed.
  
• Orders accessible instructional materials, maintains inventory and records of equipment and resources and delivers materials to schools.
  

• Performs routine clerical tasks as assigned; operates copy machines; assembles materials for classroom projects; files classroom, student, instructional and program materials; and may perform incidental typing tasks.
  
• Works with audio-visual equipment, computers and/or assistive technology as related to IEP/accommodations & modifications.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

Some knowledge of the impact of visual impairment, braille, nemeth and sighted guide and clerical procedures. Some knowledge of childhood growth and development, behavior management techniques and general academic subjects sufficient to teach others. Working skill in braille transcription and interpretation and in the use of a personal computer, utilizing word processing and spreadsheet software (Excel, Word preferred). Demonstrated ability to perform basic clerical tasks, to communicate orally and in writing and to follow oral and written instructions. Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff and parents in a professional manner.

Requirements

Education, training or experience sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Supporting documents (resumes, reference letters, transcripts, etc.) may be uploaded to the application or mailed/hand delivered to the School Board Administration Office, located at 9900 Krause Road, Chesterfield, VA23832.Supporting documentation must be received prior to the position closing date.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

•Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation

•State Police Criminal History Investigation

•Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation

• Tuberculosis Screening/Test