Instructor or Assistant Professor of Visual Impairment - Lexington, United States - University of Kentucky

Description

Job Title Instructor or Assistant Professor of Visual Impairment
Requisition Number FE03859
Working Title Clinical - Visual Impairment

Department Name 8G070:
Early Childhood, Spec Ed & Counselor Ed
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Minimum master's degree in education or related field
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
Current teaching certification or eligibility in visual impairments (VI)
Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Visual Impairment Program is pleased to announce an opening to join their faculty supporting the Teacher Preparation Program in Visual Impairments and Orientation and Mobility (O&M) graduate programs.

The program is in its twelfth year and is comprised of three full-time faculty members.

As the only program in Kentucky that trains visual impairment professionals, additional support is needed to teach courses, including weekend and summer in-person sessions, supervise practicum and internship students, and enhance program initiatives.

The individual should have strong leadership
skills, work well with others, and demonstrate advanced knowledge of blindness and visual impairments. Candidates should be familiar with distance learning technologies and assistive technology for the blind and visually impaired.

You are eligible for a generous benefits package as a University of Kentucky faculty member with diverse rewards, focusing on your total well-being.

Additional information and updates to benefits can be found at:

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Prior experience working with children with visual impairments
• Effective collaboration with community partners in education
• Evidence of or intent to incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion principles across teaching and supervision

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD or EdD in visual impairments, special education, or related field (ABD acceptable)
ACVREP Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)
College teaching and supervision experience
Familiar with Distance Learning Technologies
Grant writing experience
Strong braille skills, including knowledge of Unified English Braille (UEB) and Nemeth Code
Knowledgeable in assistive technology for the blind and visually impaired
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes