EDUCATION & INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST Date: Oct 8, 2024 Req ID: 43991 Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72201 Category: SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Anticipated Starting Salary: 40339.94 Position Number: 2208-2496 County: Pulaski Posting End Date: October 23, 2024 Arkansas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning. Position Information Class Code: E048C Grade: GS07 FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Salary Range: $40,340.00 - $64,343.00 Summary The Education and Instruction Specialist is responsible for providing educational and training programs to the general public, special needs students, and/or employees. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. Functions Provides education and training in academic, functional, or recreational areas as specified in approved lesson/training plans; uses appropriate classroom tools and equipment such as visual aids to enhance learning. Prepares specialized lesson and training plans, curriculum and work study programs; creates and/or modifies teaching materials and learning aids for students with sensory impairments. Evaluates student progress through written work, observation, testing and oral feedback, and complete necessary reports. Researches, compiles and submits training data for monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Maintains documentation of classes, evaluations, and other related information; produces complete, accurate, and legible records of training and evaluations. Submits reports to appropriate person or location based on standard operating procedure; produces reports as assigned and completes and transmits other documentation, data, or reports as needed or assigned. Plans and conducts extra-curricular activities for students. Performs other duties as assigned. Dimensions None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of training program development and presentation techniques. Knowledge of teaching principles and methods. Ability to research, develop, evaluate, and revise training programs. Ability to coordinate and conduct training programs. Ability to prepare reports and maintain records. Ability to present ideas and information to large and diverse groups. Minimum Qualifications The formal education equivalent of a bachelors degree in education, special education, or a related field, plus two years of experience in a related educational or program field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. Licenses None The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market:Little Rock