Position Type:
PDHH/PVI - Classified/Braillist I
Date Posted:
5/1/2026
Location:
Jackson Josephine Douglas Klamath Lake
Date Available:
08/21/2026
Southern Oregon ESD is seeking a dedicated and skilledBraillist/Compensatory Assistant position that combines production of specialized educational materials (e.g. Braille and Large Print) along with direct support to students with visual impairments who attend school in their local communities. The Braillist/Compensatory Assistant works with the Itinerant Teacher of the Visually Impaired. This unique position combines office-based production with hands-on instructional support in classrooms. The Braillist/Compensatory Assistant can progress along a career ladder moving from Level 1 Assistant up to Level 3 Assistant as professional skills are acquired.
About SOESD
Southern Oregon ESD is located in the Rogue Valley the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon home to legendary snow-skiing white-water rafting kayaking hiking fishing as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries the Britt Music Festivals the Ashland Independent Film Festival and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
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POSITION GOAL: Assist the licensed teacher of the Visually Impaired with students who are eligible for regional services in order to compensate for the students loss of vision.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS:1. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact ofvision loss across developmental stages adaptive teaching strategies and an overview of needed compensatory skills for the student.
2. Assist the licensed teacher of the visually impaired in carrying out instructional competencies unique to vision loss.
3. Implement Orientation and Mobility activities as prescribed by the O&M specialist.
4. Enlarge materials for low-vision students.
5. Type at a speed of 40 wpm with 95% accuracy.
6. Record materials for students.
7. Produce basic contracted braille.
8. Complete to the satisfaction of the braille instructor lessons 1-19 of the Instruction Manual for Braille Transcribers.
9. Demonstrate beginning computer skills: wordprocessing attaching files e-mailing accessing theinternet and faxing.
10. Other duties as assigned.
*Items tested for competencyMINIMUMPREREQUISITES:1. High school graduate or GED equivalent.
2. Willingness to learn special competencies.
3. Willingness to learn Braille codes.
4. Personable team member.
5. Possess an Oregon drivers license and car access.
LENGTH OFPOSITION: 190 Days (academic year)
PAY: Per Collective Bargaining Agreementthe pay is $19.96-$23.90 an hour.
IMMEDIATESUPERVISOR: Teacher of the Visually Impaired Department Chair (if requested) and appropriate involvement of the Regional Programs Coordinator
SOESD Benefits(For .50 FTE and Over):
- Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to 2003.00 per month (family coverage)for health dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
- Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
- 9 paid holidays
- Agenerous sick vacation and discretionary (personal)leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.
Health Insurance:
- OEBB MODA
- Includes medical dental vision & prescription insurance
- Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
Options:
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts ï½ medical day-care expenses
- Optional Coverage for Additional Life AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
- 403(b)
- Mercy Flights Membership
Physical Requirements
The following physical requirements are essential functions of this position:
1. Stand/Walk:1-4 Hrs./day
2. Sit: 1-4 Hrs./Day
3. Drive: 1-4 hrs./Day
4. Bending: Occasionally
5. Squat: Occasionally
6. Climb Stairs: Occasionally
7. Single Grasping: Frequently
8. Pushing: Limited
9. Pulling:Limited
10. Fine Manipulation:Frequently
11. Repetitive Foot Control: Not at All
12. Lifting (less than 25 lbs.): Frequently
13. Lifting (25-50 lbs.): Occasionally
14. Lifting (50-75 lbs.): Limited
15. Lifting (75-100 lbs.): Not At All
Note:This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws including ORS Ch. 659 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
$ 19 - 23
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
