Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Agency

Dept of Public Instruction

Division

Deputy Chief Academic Office

Job Classification Title

School Educator II (NS)

Position Number

60041757

Grade

ED21

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public schools at the direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and State Board of Education.

Description of Work

*This is a REPOST of position 60041757.
Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered. *


The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is seeking applicants for a School Educator II (Working Title: Teacher of the Visually Impaired) for our Office of Exceptional Children, Sensory Support and Assistive Technology Section, Early Learning Sensory Support Program.

The Office of Exceptional Children provides general supervision, professional learning, and technical assistance to all local education agencies, including charter schools, state operated programs, the innovative school district, lab schools, and other state agencies and approved private agencies that provide special education to children and youth classified as disabled. The Early Learning Sensory Support Program for Children with Hearing and Vision Impairments (ELSSP) within the SSAT section is a statewide early intervention/educational program supporting infants and toddlers ages birth to three, their families, and the providers who work with them through the provision of direct instruction and consultation.

The primary purpose of the position is to provide itinerant, early intervention to children eligible to receive special education and related services for vision loss under Parts C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The position primarily serves children ages birth to three years of age. The position is required to serve children in their home, daycare, and/or public school.
This position is remote-based, 12-months and requires up to 80% travel. This position requires access to reliable internet to conduct business using web-based platforms.

Additional duties as assigned.

Note: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State of North Carolina application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DPI welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure the application is completed in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $46,200 - $73,860

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:

• Documented experience in public education teaching children birth to 2 and/or 3-21.

• Documented experience with federal and/or state special education policies, practices, and/or procedures (e.g. IDEA Parts B and/or C)

• Demonstrated experience utilizing and/or managing web-based applications and/or databases (e.g. Microsoft Office software, Google, Apple software)

• Possession of a Birth to Kindergarten Certification issued by the NC Dept. of Public Instruction and an Infant Toddler Credential issued through the NC Dept. of Public Health.

• Certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist.

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Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Minimally qualified applicants must have an active NC teaching license.

Supplemental Information:

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check. 

Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at http://www.naces.org/members.htm. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.  

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Tamara Lynn Cherry

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]