Job description

Work Location: Jacksonville, IL, US, 62650-2130

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 4/25/2023

Closing Date: 5/08/2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,593 - $6,692 per month

Work Hours: 8:00am - 3:45pm Monday-Friday

Work Location: 658 E State St Jacksonville, IL 62650-2130

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Morgan

Number of Vacancies: 1

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 10-45-22507

Position Overview

The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is seeking to hire an educator to perform highly specialized assessments in a comprehensive education program for students with visual impairments at the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI). This position conducts ongoing evaluation of assigned students; acts as the liaison between ISVI and other school settings dependent on current student enrollment; attends and participates in faculty meetings, assigned committees, in-service programs, and professional development in relations to areas of endorsement; prepares daily attendance reports; and oversees the care and use of equipment and supplies.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs highly specialized assessments in a comprehensive education program for students with visual impairments.

2. Conducts ongoing evaluation of assigned students.

3. Acts as the liaison between ISVI and other school settings dependent on current student enrollment.

4. Prepares reports of assigned students.

5. Attends and participates in faculty meetings, assigned committees, in-service programs, and professional development in relations to areas of endorsement.

6. Oversees the care and use of equipment and supplies.

7. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires possession of a current and valid ISBE-issued Professional Educator License with endorsement appropriate for Teacher of Students who are blind or visually impaired prekindergarten through age 22.

2. Requires proficiency in Braille when instructing students who are blind, visually impaired, or deafblind.

Preferred Qualifications

1. One (1) year of professional experience working with media used with students who are blind/visually impaired such as Braille and or other technologies.

2. One (1) year of professional experience utilizing current educational trends, techniques, and best practices.

3. One (1) year of professional experience preparing written documentation related to student performance and education.

4. One (1) year of professional experience using the tools, materials and equipment associated with required coursework.

5. One (1) year of professional experience maintaining patience and tolerance while working with students with a wide range of behaviors.

6. One (1) year of professional experience maintaining effective working relationships with staff, assigned students and parents.

Employment Conditions

1. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

2. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,593.00 - $6,692.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have possession of a current and valid ISBE-issued Professional Educator License with endorsement appropriate for Teachers of Students who are blind or visually impaired in prekindergarten through age 22?
• Are you proficient in Braille when instructing students who are blind, visually impaired, or deafblind?

License/Certification:

• Professional Educator License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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