School Support Associate - Blind Skills Specialist

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established government administration entity is seeking a dedicated School Support Associate - Blind Skills Specialist. This role involves developing and coordinating programs to support blindness skills specialists across various educational centers. You'll be instrumental in providing training to educators, making programming recommendations, and collaborating with local districts to enhance special education services. With a focus on improving educational outcomes for students with vision impairments, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in education.

Benefits

Pension

Health Coverage

Leave

Holidays

Qualifications

• Develop and coordinate programs for blindness skills specialists.
• Provide in-service training on blindness techniques to educators.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for school districts regarding eligible students.
• Assist local districts with special education services.
• Prepare written reports with instructional strategies for students.

Skills

Blindness Techniques

Educational Programming

Assessment and IEP Knowledge

Collaboration

Education

Certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Certification in Vision Impairments

Tools

Technology in Education

Job description

School Support Associate - Blind Skills Specialist

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Position Overview

The Blindness Skills Specialist (BSS), under the division of special education within the department of elementary and secondary education, will develop and coordinate programs to provide blindness skills specialists at each regional professional development center.

Key Responsibilities

1. Serve as a resource for school districts regarding eligible students.
2. Make programming and placement recommendations based on assessments and IEP information.
3. Provide in-service training on blindness techniques to educators.
4. Offer parents referrals and information on available services.
5. Coordinate services from other entities serving eligible students and families.
6. Assist local districts with special education services.
7. Support the use of appropriate technology in education.
8. Contribute to regional and statewide in-service training addressing the needs of eligible students.
9. Report annually to the Blind Task Force.
10. Prepare written reports with instructional strategies for students with vision impairments, including deafblindness.
11. Collaborate with Outreach staff on professional development programs.
12. Travel as required.
13. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Educational requirements as per House Bill Chapter 162.1133 and related statutes.
• Certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist or in Vision Impairments.

Additional Information

The position offers excellent benefits, including pension, leave, holidays, and health coverage. Use the Total Compensation Calculator for a comprehensive view of benefits. For questions, contact: [e-mail].

EEO Statement and ADA accommodations are provided, with contact details included.

Position Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Government Administration