Teacher Special Education

Introduction Make a Difference with DHSS 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. For more information, please visit today! Summary Statement A Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) is a highly trained expert who specializes in teaching individuals who are blind, low vision or who have functional visual limitations, to navigate throughout their schools, work, and communities. COMS perform comprehensive assessments and provide 1:1 instruction, COMS are a critical member of Individualized Education Planning teams, they develop goals, submit grades, and introduce GPS technology as needed. Selective Requirement Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements. Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified. Must certified as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist by the Academy of Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) Essential Functions Plans and implements educational lessons to address independent travel, orientation, and safe movement in the home, school, or community setting 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 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 Six months work experience, internship, and/or coursework as Orientation and Mobility Specialist for individuals with vision loss. 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. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. 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. 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. Accommodations Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr DelDOT