Education Consultant For The Blind (Mobility Instruction)

This is a 35 hours a week, Monday through Friday position located in Windsor, CT.

The Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind is recruiting for a Education Consultant for the Blind (Mobility Instructor).  You will be responsible for providing direct instruction in safe travel techniques to children who are blind, as well as consultation services to school district staff, parents, professionals and paraprofessionals who interact with children on assigned caseloads.   

All applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application.

Applicants not currently employed in state service who are invited to interview may be required to supply three (3) professional references from current or former supervisors. Candidates currently employed in state service may be  required to supply two (2) of their most recent services rating at the time of interview.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Becky Martinez at rebecca.martinez@ct.gov, 860-424-4985.

In the Board of Education, Services for the Blind, this class is accountable for planning and administering a program of independent travel instruction for blind adults throughout the State.

Plans and administers a program of independent travel instruction for blind adults and such blind children to whom the program may be applicable; supervises and instructs in all techniques of independent travel such as the use of cane and other guide devices; arranges the program to suit individual needs; instructs in safety measures for the protection of individuals; teaches muscular coordination and correct posture and walking; aids the blind in orienting themselves to the community and in areas where they would have occasion to travel; may speak before lay and professional groups; keeps records and submits reports on individuals and the program in general; does related work as required.

Knowledge of the principles and methods of education of the blind and visually impaired with emphasis on mobility instruction; some knowledge of eye diseases and of the psychological effects of blindness; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; ability to deal effectively with others.

Six (6) years of experience in teaching blind or visually impaired adults.

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in mobility instruction.

1. College training with special courses in the education of the blind may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's Degree in the field of mobility training may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

● Must be knowledgeable in the principles and methods of teaching Orientation and Mobility to students who are blind and visually impaired, including students with multiple impairments.

● Must be Knowledgeable in Orientation and Mobility assessments, individualized instruction, family support, professional consultation and collaboration, and community education.

 ● Knowledgeable in managing a large caseload of diverse students. 

1. Possession of a certificate in Orientation and Mobility from a recognized national, state or professional organization.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.