Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Agency

Dept of Public Instruction

Division

Deputy Chief Academic Office

Job Classification Title

School Educator I (NS)

Position Number

60041738

Grade

ED20

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 60041738. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. *

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: $42,000 - $60,300

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)

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.

Supplemental Information:

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.

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.

A qualified candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Visual Impairment education or related area and valid teaching license in Visually Impaired or the ability to obtain a valid teaching license.

*License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

 Minimum requirements include a NC Teaching License in Education of the Visually Impaired or qualifications to obtain license to teach in NC. Salary is based on experience and education of the applicant.

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:

TAMARA.CHERRY@DPI.NC.GOV