Assistive Technology Trainer

DALLAS LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND•Farmers Branch, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for overseeing the training of students for the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), the Community of the Veterans Administration (VA), private pay clients, and the employees of the Envision Dallas. Follow Envision Dallas policies and procedures for training community students along with Texas Workforce Commission’s guidelines and curriculum to assess, train, and report the progress of their students, and VA guidelines.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Proven experience as a teacher.
Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow Envision Dallas’s policies and procedures
Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills
Well-organized and committed
Creative and energetic
Strong moral values and discipline
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Proficient knowledge in JAWS, Magic, Fusion, Zoom Text & Voiceover.
Must maintain a current TWC Certification.

Nice To Haves

A degree in an educational related field is preferred or certificated in a specialized subject with a certificate in education
Familiar with disability-related issues, services/resources, and accommodations a plus
Possess a good work attitude and a willingness to carry out instructions and duties as assigned, while working with all Envision Dallas employees as a team.
Well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful and even-tempered.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline as required from TWC requirements.
Display an ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field or discipline.
Connect their subject matter with related fields.
Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops.
Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate.
Teach a course load appropriate to their field or discipline.
Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students.
Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the internet, telecourses, interactive technology, (JAWS, magnification) when appropriate.
Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives.
Develop, update, and post course reports in a timely manner.
Establish meaningful learning student learning outcomes for courses/programs.
Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes.
Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final report to Rehabilitation Services Manager, and ultimately TWC/VA/payor according to regulations & established deadlines.
Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.
Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Substitute for other instructors within field or discipline in case of an absence.
Exercise stewardship of Envision Dallas facilities and materials.
Serves on Envision Dallas program committees as assigned.
Participate in meetings and events required by Envision Dallas, TWC, and various program requirements.
Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from TWC/VA/various payors.
Contribute to program and division curriculum development processes.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.
Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels.
Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, missions, and plans of Envision Dallas and its programs.
Participate in the marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff.
Some travel may be required to provide training offsite.
Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.