Teacher Special Education

10-Month plus 38 day

Recruitment #071623-MACZ10-350800

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Introduction

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Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

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Summary Statement

DVI Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) are responsible for providing itinerant vision related education services to students in a variety of settings such as public schools, charter schools, medical facilities, homes, and day care centers. The TVI is a critical member students’ Individualized Education Plan teams. Using the Expanded Core Curriculum, TVI performs functions such as Braille instruction, functional vision and learning media assessments, adapting core curriculum, and consultation services.  This position collaborates with families, school personnel, and related service providers and agencies. Qualified licensed special educators without TVI certification may be eligible to achieve credentials through the Alternate Route to Certification program.  DVI teachers must work a 10 month plus 38-day schedule.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

  • Plans and implements educational lessons to address educational needs by accommodating for the specific eye condition.
  • Keeps accurate records and data to reflect student progress and provides mandated reports to schools and families.
  • Attends mandated meetings concerning the educational needs of the students and advocates for students’ needs.
  • Acquires and delivers books, adaptive equipment, and administers appropriate assessments to students and writes reports with recommendations.
  • Collaborates with school staff, other agencies and families to provide integrated services that meet the child’s visual needs.
  • Collaborates with families, schools and vocational rehabilitation staff to prepare students for transition out of school and into post-secondary education or employment.
  • Makes referrals for additional services that may be needed by the student to address visual needs and to transition into adult life.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Teacher Special Education

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement and preference including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

  1. Applicant must meet State of Delaware Department of Education licensure and certification requirements as Teacher, Special Education. Applicant may be eligible for Alternate Route to Certification to obtain Teacher of the Visually Impaired Certification.

  2. At the time of application, applicant must agree to achieve certification as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments as defined in the Delaware Education Code under the Professional Standards Board found at http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title14/1500/1575.shtml within two years from the date of hire.

Additional Posting Information

This is a 10-month plus 38 day position.



This posting may be closed on or before 01/19/2024 upon filling the vacant position(s).

License,Registrations and Certifications

Applicant will submit the following at time of interview:

  1. Copy of (unofficial) transcripts.
  2. Copy of Professional Status Certification or License, if available.
  3. Documentation of Praxis-I scores, if available.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.


Applicants hired without a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Certification will be required to pursue one after hire through an approved Alternate Route to Education program.  Any costs paid by DHSS towards this effort will be subject to reimbursement if 3 years of employment within DVI are not successfully completed.


Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.