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Last Revision: May 8, 2008
GENERAL APPLICANT INFORMATION: The State of Texas Employment application is required in order to apply for any open position. You may obtain the application by (1) applying in person in our Human Resources (HR) Office, (2) contacting the HR Department to request an application by mail, email or fax, or (3) downloading the application instructions and application from the following link: State Application Download (self-extracting. creates 2 files: instructions and application. 138k). Please read the instructions very carefully before applying; they contain valuable information about the application process and tips on what type(s) of information to put on the application.
Please Note: The "Instructions" file contains an additional form (entitled "Criminal History Authorization Form"), which MUST be submitted along with your application.
Applications are accepted in person Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or they may be returned by regular postal mail, e-mail, or facsimile, as long as they are received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes are accepted in addition to the application but will NOT be accepted in lieu of the employment history section of the application, so please complete all sections in full.
The job postings for all current openings, along with complete job descriptions, are located in the HR Office. The closing date for each position indicates only the minimum length of time a vacancy will be posted. Positions may remain open beyond the closing date if the hiring department has not received a sufficient number of applications. All positions are posted internally for five days before they are offered to the general public. If you are interested in a position that is posted for current employees only, we encourage you to check our website again after its closing date to see if the position has been made available to all applicants.
Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
ATTN: Human Resources Department
1100 West 45th Street
Austin, TX 78756
Jobline: (512) 454-8631 [Then ask to be transferred to the Jobline and select option #7]
HR Office: (512) 206-9129
HR Fax: (512) 206-9403
HR E-mail: employment@tsbvi.edu
The Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
POSITION: Teacher of Students with Multiple Impairments – 08-09 School Year (08-2334)
DEPARTMENT: Comprehensive Programs
SALARY: Based on AISD pay scale using education and years of experience.
NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1
SHIFT: School days
OPENING DATE: 05/09/08
CLOSING DATE: 05/22/08
CLASSIFICATION #: Exempt
GROUP #: n/a
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have Texas Special Education certification; and must be willing to obtain the Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments supplemental certification within a specified period of time. Must meet NCLB highly qualified requirements for teaching core academics to students with multiple impairments (elementary certification or a combination of experience and/or coursework in core academics). * Must submit all college transcripts with application.
General Description: The role of the teacher, in responding to the unique needs of the individual student, is to interact effectively w/each component of the educational setting within the framework of the philosophy, standards, and code of ethics established by Board policy & other regulatory or certifying agencies in order to create an educational environment which is conducive to learning and which provides opportunities, strengthens areas of weakness, and extends positive values to each facet of life.
DEPARTMENT: Comprehensive Programs
SALARY: $1921.00 / mo.
NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1
SHIFT: M-F 7:00a - 3:30p
OPENING DATE: 03/27/08
CLOSING DATE: open until filled
CLASSIFICATION #: 0812
GROUP #: A9
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Sixty semester hours of college course-work -OR- participation in coursework at TSBVI expense and passing score on basic academic competencies exam. Must be proficient in Sign Language. Good writing and data collection skills. Must have sufficient physical strength to assist in lifting and/or transferring students up to adult age. Must receive TEA certification as an Instructional Aide III. In some assignments, the TA must be eligible to be approved to drive state vehicles. Preferred: College coursework in child development, education, psychology, vocational or related field. Experience working with children and youth with disabilities in a classroom or work setting.
General Description: The role of the Intervener is to support a deafblind student in his or her classes throughout the school day while performing other Teaching Assistant (TA) functions. A TA is responsible for supporting the classroom teacher and other staff in providing a supportive and effective environment in which students can develop new skills. The TA should provide this service within the guidelines of the school, as set forth in curriculum, policy and procedures. The TA works under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher, but participates as a full team member in developing and implementing classroom programs.
DEPARTMENT: Special Programs
SALARY: Based on AISD pay scale using education and years of experience
NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1
SHIFT: Start-stop times vary, 8 hours/day
OPENING DATE: 03/26/08
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
CLASSIFICATION #: exempt
GROUP #: exempt
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Has or is eligible to receive Texas teacher certificate with Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments Supplemental Certification. Strong ability to work closely with other professionals. Preferred: Experience working with academic level students at various grade levels, including adapted technology, literacy, math tools and low vision adaptations. Experience serving visually impaired students in their local districts.
General Description: Participates with other short-term program staff, other departments on campus, and local school districts to develop programs for and provide instruction to Texas students through a short-term, on-campus model. Programs include short classes for academic students during the school year, as well as coordinating some aspect of summer school programs. Provides intensive instruction in some aspect of the Expanded Core Curriculum during the school year; prepares instruction, including conference calls with local VI teachers and parents; writes individual student reports; participates in personal growth activities in order to stay on the cutting edge of services and participates in future program development for the department.
DEPARTMENT: Executive Administration
SALARY: $3400.00 - $3535.00 / mo.
NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1
SHIFT: M-F 8-5
OPENING DATE: 03/26/08
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
CLASSIFICATION #: 2732
GROUP #: B11
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in the planning and operation of a safety program, preferably in a state agency. Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in business management, public administration, risk management, occupational safety or related field preferred, but experience in the operation of a safety program may substitute for education.
General Description: The role of the Safety Officer is to develop and administer an agency-wide safety program, with the primary goals of improving the school’s environment related to the health and safety of students and staff and otherwise identifying, minimizing and controlling the agency’s exposure to all types of losses.
DEPARTMENT: Health Center
SALARY: $1598.00 / mo.
NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1
SHIFT: 20 hrs/wk, 7a-3p
OPENING DATE: 02/19/08
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
CLASSIFICATION #: 4444
GROUP #: B10
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from accredited school for Registered Nurses and have current R.N. license for the State of Texas. Pediatric, psychiatric, and/or school health experience preferred.
General Description: The role of the RN is to provide direct health care services to students and manage daily operations of the Health Center.
DEPARTMENT: Any or all, depending on need
SALARY: $10.02 per hour (for most positions)
SHIFT: Will vary as needed
OPENING DATE: 9/01/06
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
POSTING #: SUB
CLASSIFICATION #: SUB
GROUP #: N/A
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have at least a high school diploma or equivalent. College coursework or previous experience related to the field of interest and/or experience working with children with disabilities is/are also helpful for these positions. Some positions also require certifications, depending on the nature of work (e.g. all Nurses must be licensed).
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Applicants may apply to be a substitute for any type of position at TSBVI, including, but not limited to, Residential Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Teacher, Nurse, Transportation Escort or Driver, Cook, Groundskeeper, or Custodian. After applying, applications will be reviewed in either the department requested, the department that best fits the previous experience of the applicant, or the department with the most needs for substitute. If you are selected to be a substitute, you must attend a New Employee Orientation. As a Substitute, you will be called on an as needed basis only; work hours are not specified or guaranteed.
We especially need Subs for Teacher, Teaching Assistant, Residential Instructors & Nurse positions!
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