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Description of Work
Position is funded in part through federal funds.
*Position is subject to the provisions of NC G.S. 115c and exempt from the State Human Resources Act NC G.S. 126*
We are currently recruiting for a School Educator IV to function as the Lead Teacher at the NC Division of Services for the Blind Career and Training Center (CTC). The position is located in Raleigh NC. The CTC is the sole statewide residential training facility for adults who are blind visually impaired or deafblind in North Carolina. Participants as young as 14-years-old also receive services during a one-month summer program. The CTC offers specialized instruction to assist individuals with obtaining pre-vocational skills needed to move towards gainful competitive and integrated employment as well as learn Independent Living skills. This is a 12-month supervisory and teaching position.The individual in this position needs excellent communication skills and the ability to be flexible to manage a variety of functions set priorities and adjust to variable priorities. The Lead Teachermust be current on new teaching methods and resource materials in a specified fieldproviding instruction in specialized skill areas; must keep client and staff information confidential as well as respectfully and appropriately interact with individuals with a variety of disabilities.
Primary job duties include but are not limited to:
- Promote a collaborative approach within the instructional team as well as with other CTC professionals (management administrative assistants rehabilitation counselors nursing and residential) as well as the overall Division.
- Provide supervision to 12 instructors including licensed teachers and individuals with certifications from the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP). Supervision includes:
- Hire new staff
- Oversee effective individualized instruction for the population
- Manage time approvals
- Coach for improvement and manage disciplinary matters
- Monitorteachers license/certification
- Implement the licensed teacher Professional Development Plans as well as ACVREP-certified staff work plans
- Educate and guide instructional staff on applicable policies and procedures.
- Review and monitor the content and timely entry of reports in the case management system by all supervisees.
- Ensure there is class coverage when there are absences or vacancies.
- Provide direct instruction and classroom management of an identified instructional area for students who are blind visually impaired or deafblind.
- Conduct initial assessment.
- Evaluate student progress.
- Maintain appropriate documentation including writing progress reports which are entered into a case management system.
- Participate in student staffing.
- Serve on the Admissions Team and Scheduling Team as needed. Assist with identifying needed background information for teachers to provide effective instruction.
- Obtain or review quotes for educational supplies and equipment needed by teachers for classroom training.
- As part of the Center management team work together to facilitate an effective environment where students needs can be met most effectively within available time and resources.
- Position is on-call one weekend per month and in case of emergencies.
About the NC Division of Services for the Blind (DSB):
The Division of Services for the Blind provides services to people who are visually impaired blind and deaf- blind to help them reach their goals of independence and employment.
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website forbenefits.Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The following Management Preferences are not required but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
Experience working with individuals who are blind visually impaired or deafblind
Experience teaching teens and/or adults
Knowledge of NCDPI criteria for teachers
Knowledge of teaching methods for a range of ages from teens to adults to older adults
Supervisory experience whether for staff interns or volunteers
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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. SeeEducation and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelors degree or above in Teaching Area with or eligible to receive a license level of one of the following: Bachelors Masters Advanced Doctorate. Must be Highly qualified for EC Elementary or Core Area. Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked education with the date of graduation all work experience and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- 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 applicants 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 State of North Carolina/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 degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.To check the status of an application please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click Application Status.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
