Fri, 04/20/2012 - 17:36
VCC is a dynamic organization known for its forward-thinking and responsive approach to education and training. For more than 40 years, VCC has played a key role in helping industry in some of BC's most important sectors meet its needs for highly skilled employees; our graduate placement rates are among the highest in the province. We invite you to be part of that success. We offer a progressive work environment, a collaborative culture and a competitive compensation and benefits package.
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The School of Arts & Science is seeking auxiliary instructors to teach in the Program for the Visually Impaired. Applicants should be proficient in all of the following areas and be able to function successfully in a self-paced instructional environment.
- Uncontracted and contracted Braille
- Keyboarding
- Microsoft Windows 2000 and XP
- Basic and advanced Microsoft Word 2007
- Basic and advanced MS Access 2007
- Basic and Advanced MS Excel 2007
- Internet Explorer.
- Basic HTML
- Basic and advanced MS PowerPoint
- Basic Math and English to ABE level
- GED Preparation
As these courses are offered using adaptive technology and specialized equipment, and software, instructors must have training or equivalent experience and knowledge of devices and software used in the program. Examples include:
- Perkins Braille writer
- CCTV
- Braille embosser
- Refreshable Braille displays and notetakers
- Scanner and Open Book software
- JAWS for Windows and ZoomText software
- Duxbury Braille translation software. The following criteria must be met:
- A Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis on Special Education
- The Provincial Instructor's Diploma or equivalent (completed or in progress) or equivalent certification, ie. Master in Adult Education
- Demonstrated knowledge of academic subject areas and adaptive technology
- Certificate in grade two literary Braille or equivalent, and knowledge of additional Braille codes for math and computer Braille