Technology Instructor

Lighthouse Vision Loss Center•Sarasota, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Technology Instructor develops and executes training plans for visually impaired clients in the use of assistive technology devices and programs. This role involves assessing individual client needs, developing training goals, providing instruction on computer, tablet, and smartphone functions, and tracking client progress. The instructor will also stay current with new developments in assistive technology and collaborate with other staff members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation, Education, or a related field, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Complete certificate/endorsement through the Division of Blind Services within one year.
Minimum one year of instructional experience.
Knowledgeable about various computer operating systems and tablet/smartphone device accessibility.
Knowledgeable about various adaptive computer software programs for the blind and visually impaired such as ZoomText, JAWS, etc.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Good knowledge of implications of eye disorders, blindness and other disabilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for conveying technical information to a diverse range of clients and staff with a variety of skill levels.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines.
Ability to be flexible to meet clients’ and management’s needs.
Initiative and ability to gather information and solve problems with limited supervision.
Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Ability to work cooperatively as a team member to meet organizational goals.
Up-to-date knowledge of new systems, software and upgrades.
Ability to operate basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers and fax machines.
Ability to travel within service area (at times this can exceed two hours each way).
Ability to operate equipment used in rehabilitation service delivery.
Ability to sit working at a computer or desk for sustained periods of time.
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds unassisted.
Ability to speak loudly yet patiently with hearing-impaired clients.
Access to reliable transportation enabling regular, predictable, on-time attendance.
If employee drives a car for Lighthouse business, valid Florida driver’s license, good driving record and proof of insurance are required.
Pass Level II background check.
Maintain and provide proof of required professional certifications if applicable

Nice To Haves

CATIS certification preferred

Responsibilities

Develop instructional materials and lesson plans for use in teaching adaptive technology for computers, tablets and smartphones.
Assess individual client needs for adaptive technology training at clients’ homes, job sites or a Lighthouse facility as needed.
Develop, in conjunction with the client (and referring agency if applicable), goals to be accomplished during training.
Provide instruction in computer, tablet and smartphone functions and assistive technology programs and devices such as ZoomText, JAWS, etc. as needed.
Assess client’s progress toward meeting his/her goals and work to overcome any obstacles to progress, coordinating with referring agency and other staff if applicable.
Complete and enter into database all reports and statistical information required by Lighthouse and funding sources such as DBS to document client progress including evaluations, goals, daily and monthly progress, prior to established deadlines.
Attend meetings with referring agencies to discuss progress and help the client achieve his/her vocational goals.
Stay current with new developments and technology in the field and recommend appropriate new developments to manager; attend training programs relative to adaptive technology as Lighthouse funds permit.
Assist in evaluating hardware, software and other adaptive devices donated to Lighthouse.
Participate in an interdisciplinary approach with other staff members to promote interest, enthusiasm, and knowledge about assistive technology.
Attend meetings and trainings as needed.
Support Lighthouse’s fund-raising activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.