Bvi Outreach Specialist Jobs

Working Title: BVI Outreach Specialist
Job Class: Special Teacher: BA/BS-MA/MS+License+30
Agency: Mn State Academies

• Travel Required: Occasional
• Salary Range: $35.79 - $48.43 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-SRS
• Division/Unit: Minnesota State Academies / Curriculum Education Program
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Closing Date: 08/14/2023
• Date Posted: 08/04/2023
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Telework Eligible: Occasional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 215 - Residential Schools Education/Residen Sc

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This announcement will be used to fill a Special Teacher-BVI Outreach Specialist position at the MN State Academies. This position will begin in the fall of the school year 2023-2024.

This is a ten month per year position; the work schedule follows the school calendar.

Under general supervision, contributes to outreach efforts and the design and delivery of academic instructional programs to blind/visually impaired or deaf/blind students. Provides educational instruction and uses a variety of techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with students, families and school districts
• Ability to perform emergency procedures and personal safety techniques
• A valid Minnesota Teacher license from the Minnesota Department of Education OR the ability to obtain one prior to start date.
• Knowledge of blind/visually impaired students and educational practices
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Skill in writing basic reports, using arithmetic, and reading and interpreting charts and graphs
• Classroom experience working with blind/visually impaired students and families

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of expanded core curriculum and educational best practices as it relates to blind/visually impaired students.
• Experience creating public facing documents - flyers, presentations, and other print content.
• Experience presenting information related to blind/visually impaired instructional practices in a professional setting.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and be able to sit, stand and walk throughout the workday

Additional Requirements

Employment is contingent upon criminal background check results

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Kerry Vigesaa at [email protected] or 507-384-6604.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kerry Vigesaa at [email protected].

About Mn State Academies

For over 150 years, the Minnesota State Academies has provided educational services to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind and blind/visually impaired students who range in age from birth to 21. The Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) and the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind (MSAB) are statewide public schools with dormitory options that serves students from all regions of the state.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Public pension plan
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Prescription drug coverage
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employer paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Vision coverage
• Dependent care spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and professional development

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.