FW: [Jobs] Job Opening at the Seattle Lighthouse

Peter Altschul <[email protected]> Wed, 19 Mar 2008 10:08:24 -0400
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>Job Opening at the Seattle Lighthouse----- Original Message -----
>From: Glenn McCully
>To: [email protected]
>Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:51 AM
>Subject: [Wcb-l] Job Opening at the Seattle Lighthouse
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>   Job Announcement
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>Title: Computer Training Program Instructional Lead
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>Department: Employee & Community Services
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>Reports To: Training & Employee Support Director
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>Hours: Full-time, day-shift, M-F
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>Summary:
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>The primary purpose of this position is to successfully develop and
>implement an introductory computer skills training program for adult
>learners with a wide variety of visual conditions and computer
>experience. Curriculum development is required.
>
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>Responsibilities:
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>     a.. Coordinate, plan and deliver all aspects of the introductory
>skills curriculum for the Computer Training Program
>     b.. Formulate curriculum and determine instructional methods such as
>individual training, group instruction, demonstrations, meetings and
>workshops
>     c.. Ensure basic skills development
>     d.. Provide status reports regarding the progress of each student
>     e.. Conduct assessments to identify individual and organizational
>training needs.
>     f.. Coordinate with Employee and Community Services staff and Human
>Resources staff to conduct effective outreach to Lighthouse employees
>and others as appropriate
>     g.. Maintain files, provide documentation, data collection, reports
>and summaries as needed
>     h.. Participate in the development of annual budget and work plans
>     i.. Work with PRRD to ensure funding and marketing of program
>     j.. Serve as a liaison with DSB, other agencies and the community to
>ensure long-term sustainability and success of the Computer Training
>Program
>     k.. Act as Lead by providing day to day support of Computer Training
>Program staff and volunteers
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>Requirements:
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>     a.. Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Education or related field
>required
>     b.. Strong technical skills and extensive knowledge of computer
>hardware and software applications.
>     c.. Minimum 3 years of successful teaching/training experience
>     d.. Mature judgment and sensitivity in interpersonal relations and
>among diverse groups
>     e.. Comprehensive knowledge of PC applications, including MS Word,
>Excel, Outlook, Access, and Internet Explorer.
>     f.. Comprehensive knowledge of adaptive software for blind and low
>vision users, such as ZoomText, Magic and Jaws.
>     g.. Demonstrated ability to research curriculum and develop
>additional materials as needed
>     h.. Ability to problem solve effectively
>     i.. Creativity & flexibility; ability to change approach as needed
>     j.. Ability to take initiative, function autonomously, and be
>dependable.
>     k.. Professional demeanor
>     l.. Ability to communicate effectively and enthusiastically about
>the programs and services we offer
>     m.. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills
>     n.. Demonstrated excellent written and interpersonal communication
>skills
>     o.. Willingness to work as a team member
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>Equal Opportunity Employer
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>Please send application to [email protected] or to:
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>The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.
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>Attn.: Don Helsel
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>2501 S. Plum Street
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>Seattle, Washington 98144
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>Telephone: (206) 436-2160
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>Fax: (206) 436-2244
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>TTY:    (206) 324-1388
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>To download an application and for more information about employment at
>the Lighthouse visit our website: www.SeattleLighthouse.org
>
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