Job Description

Consultant, Blind/Visually Impaired

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VH3


Regular/full-time


Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning


Inclusion Support, Student Achievement and Inclusion


Winnipeg MB


Advertisement Number: 43768


Salary(s): VH3 $78,697.00 - $101,525.00 per year


Closing Date: March 13, 2025


The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).


Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.


An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.





Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.


The Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning is seeking qualified individual to fill a Consultant for the Blind/Visually Impaired position within the Inclusion Support Branch. The Department is responding to the K-12 Commission recommendations to ensure the kindergarten to grade 12 (K-12) education system is structured and supported effectively to improve student outcomes and provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to achieve their full potential. The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).



To be considered for this competition you must submit an Application Screening Form (ASF) and Resume. The selection board may rely only on information provided in the ASF to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Complete the Application Screening Form using the link below or contact Human Resource Services at the telephone number or email address listed under "Apply Now" to request a copy of the ASF.

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION SCREENING FORM.

Conditions of Employment:


Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. Must have a valid, or be eligible for, Manitoba Teacher's Certificate. Must have the ability to travel throughout the Province of Manitoba.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Post Secondary Degree in Education (BEd. or Masters) including specialized training in the education of the Blind/Visually Impaired. Equivalent education, training and experience may be considered. Experience teaching in a K-12 classroom setting. Experience adapting curriculum for students with special needs including those with visual impairments. Knowledge of the educational field of the Blind & Visually Impaired (e.g., braille literacy, functional vision assessment, assistive technology, orientation and mobility). Experience implementing and monitoring Student Specific Plans (SSPs). Strong English oral and written communication skills. Effective leadership skills that demonstrate and inspire collaboration. Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work with all educational partners and multi-disciplinary teams. Strong time management and organizational skills.

Desired:

Experience delivering professional learning to educators.

Duties:


The Consultant for the Blind/Visually Impaired provides direct instructional services to students who are blind/visually impaired in the following curricular areas: braille reading and writing; orientation and mobility; appropriate use of assistive technology and specialized equipment; optimum use of residual vision; effective use of learning and listening skills; adapting curriculum areas-keyboarding, daily living skills, career education, physical education; alternative communication systems/language development. Provides specialized consultation to educators, parents and professionals directly and indirectly involved with students who are blind and visually impaired regarding adaptations to Manitoba Provincial Curricula and implementation of specialized curricula. Performs functional vision assessments of students who are blind and visually impaired for the purpose of planning appropriate educational programming.


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Apply to:

Advertisement # 43768
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resume and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.


Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.


We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.


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