Computer Technology Teacher

Agency Gov Morehead Sch for the Blind Division Gov  Morehead Sch for the Blind Job Classification Title School Educator I (NS)
Position NumberGradeED
20

About Us Governor Morehead School (GMS) is the flagship school in North Carolina that serves the special needs of visually impaired students, in a unique residential setting. Apart from its flagship status as the only residential school in the state for visually impaired students, GMS is renowned for its excellent program in Orientation and Mobility as well as its Braille Music program.

Description of Work The Computer Technology Teacher is primarily responsible to the Principal of The Governor Morehead School for the Blind (GMS) for providing appropriate classroom learning experiences for students in grades K-12 who are blind or visually impaired. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student.

Responsible for supervising students in a variety of school settings; monitoring and evaluating student outcomes; and communicating/interacting with students, parents/families, staff, and the community. Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials—including materials in accessible formats such as braille, large print, and tactile graphics—to meet the needs of all students. Additionally, is responsible for maintaining appropriate records and following required procedures and practices, as well as monitoring the appropriate use and care of specialized equipment, assistive technology, materials, and facilities.

This is an eleven (11) month position.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Google Apps;
Apple products and apps Working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, assistive technology and accessible instructional materials (e.g., braille, screen readers, magnification software, tactile graphics);

Effective time management and organizational skills;

Strategic problem-solving skills, including the use of multiple data points;

Ability to prepare course objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the state and the school;

Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;

Ability to infuse technology, including assistive technology, into the curriculum;

Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive or off-campus activity;

Ability to motivate and inspire students;

Ability to maintain a clean, orderly, and consistently organized environment to support students' orientation and independent navigation;

Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom and in other school environments;

Ability to maintain files and records;

Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, school-based staff, students, parents/families, and the community;

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to communicate well with school personnel and staff;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school staff, students, parents/families, external agencies, vendors, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in education with appropriate subject area.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina professional educator's license with PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with students who are blind or visually impaired, including students with additional disabilities.

Familiarity with braille literacy instruction (UEB)
Licensed Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments

Experience with assistive technology, specifically screen readers, screen magnification, screen adaptations ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Follow all School Board Policies Utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative, including accessible formats) which are aligned with The Governor Morehead School curriculum and North…