Family Consumer Science Teacher – Alabama School for the Blind – R-0203 Position Available In Talladega, Alabama

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Posting Date:

June 10, 2025

• Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit.

Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDBs efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position:

Family Consumer Science TeacherAlabama School for the Blind

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

(AIDB)Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the worlds most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the states largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organizations most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Bachelors degree in Family Consumer Science, Home Economics, college/university, or related field, or meet all requirements of the Bachelors Equivalent Technical Education Certificate upon hire.

Must hold a valid Alabama Teaching Certification or valid certification in another state with the ability to obtain reciprocity in six (6) months.

Possess skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters Degree in Family Consumer Science, Home Economics.

One (1) year or more of classroom experience.

• POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must have or obtain a VI Certification within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.

Must learn Braille, including becoming a National Library of Congress certified Braille Transcriptionist within the first thirty-six (36) months of employmentOrientation and Mobility training required within twelve (12) months of hireMust pass Family and Consumer Science Praxis within 24 months of hire if degree is not in Family and Consumer Science.

Must complete and maintain CPR/First Aid training within the first twelve (12) months of employment.

Provide comprehensive instruction to students at ASB that includes developing and implementing lesson plans, maintaining documentation of student progress in subject matter, use of differentiated instruction that is based on individual student needs.

Develop and implement an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for each assigned student in the ASB program based on school curriculum and state standards. Must be able to conduct IEP meetings with parents and colleagues.

Develop, submit, and implement course overviews, lesson plans, substitute teacher plans, etc.

Develop and maintain a classroom learning environment conducive to individual student achievement.

Determine student programmatic needs relative to materials and supplies, submit requests/recommendations as deemed appropriate.

Evaluate and report as deemed appropriate, the students progress and modify student instruction accordingly.

Determine standards for classroom behavior and provide discipline measures for students according to the standards set by ASB Student Handbook.

Maintain such records and reports as deemed appropriate (grades, attendance, IEPs, testing, and etc.) and assist in explainin to parents.

Develop and maintain a positive learning atmosphere and environment.

Cooperate and communicate effectively and professionally with all matters regarding the student, the department, the school, and AIDB, to parents, other teachers, administrators, support personnel, and related school staff, and the general public.

Punctual and regular in attending classes, meetings, conferences, and other school-related duties.

Participate in workshops and staff in-service programs as scheduled.

Assist with in-service training for personnel within the school, state, or region.

Exhibit appropriate grooming and dress, which serves as an acceptable role model for students.

Maintain working knowledge of AIDB Policies and Procedures, ASB Staff Manual, and ASB Student Handbook.

Attend and/or assist in various extracurricular activities.

Other duties as assigned.

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

• MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING

• Medication TrainingBehavior Management certificationCPR
• every 2 yearsBlood Borne PathogensUsing an AEDMandatory Reporting
• DHRPolicy and Procedure ReviewErins LawJason Flatt ActDirect deposit is required.

187 DAYSThis is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

BENEFITS

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance AvailableAlabama State TRS RetirementDeferred Compensation Options AvailablePaid Time OffOnsite DaycareBachelors Equivalent Technical Education Certification:

(Above application still has to be completed on the AIDB website (link is below) to be considered for hire.)Form BT1 Bachelors Equivalent Tech 2023-2024Notes for

Bachelor’s Equivalent Technical Education Certification:

On the Recommendation and Authorization page, you will check the box for

Technical Education:

Culinary Arts.

Use the link below to see what certifications are required for this application.

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SALARY:

$46,812

• $73,640 Scale lC Rank 2T(BS-Class B)$54,870
• $84,850 Scale lC Rank 1T (MA-Class A)$58,413
• $89,382 Scale lC Rank AA (AA Certification)Direct deposit is required.

187 DAYSThis is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Deadline for

Application:

June 24, 2025Click Below to

Apply:

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