Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This position is at the Orientation Center for the Blind (OCB) in the city of  Albany .

The OCB program is a 24/7 days a week residential facility providing independent living skills and prevocational training services to adults who are blind/visually impaired.

Available to staff: gym, and free on-sight parking. The campus is conveniently located walking distance from public transportation- BART and AC Transit buses, and the El Cerrito shopping plaza.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under direction of the OCB Assistant Administrator over (Programs and Services), the Braille Communication and Related Assistive Technologies Instructor teaches legally blind students reading and writing Braille, instruction with utilizing Braille with computer adaptive technology, and techniques and practical functions and applications of Braille in activities of daily living including the smart phone and the Victor Stream, academic training, and employment. The Braille Communication and Related Assistive Technologies Instructor provides both individual and group instruction and participates as members of an interdisciplinary team to support students develop independent living skills and adaptive techniques learned at OCB and integrate these skills into their daily life. The Braille Communication and Related Assistive Technologies Instructor supports and assists with students’ adjustment to blindness, develops socially acceptable attitudes and interests, and prepares students to achieve independence and/or gainful employment.

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Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC#450050 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

00102275 - TEACHER, STATE HOSPITAL (ADULT EDUCATION)

The following backgrounds are required for the Teacher classes described in this specification. The credentials referred to are valid California standard credentials. Applicants who do not possess the required credential or one of equivalent authorization may take the examinations but must secure the appropriate credential before appointment. After issuance, the credential must be maintained by completion of any examinations and course work required.

Adult Education

Possession of the following California Credential:

Designated Subjects Credential for Adult Education.

Must be willing to continue their educational development; work in a state hospital; participate in group-oriented treatment programs; maintain an empathetic and objective understanding of institution students; demonstrate teaching ability or potential for teaching; emotional stability; tact; and patience.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Empathetic, understanding, and a willingness to work with people with disabilities; good written and verbal communication skills; willingness and ability to behave with integrity and professionalism in a manner consistent with DOR policies and CalHR regulations.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - A Copy of Designated Subjects Credential for Adult Education

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