High Tech Center Training Specialist/Instructor at Foothill DeAnza Community College
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
High Tech Center Training Specialist/Instructor
Duties and Responsibilities
The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the faculty position of High Tech Center Training Specialist/Instructor- Assistive Computer Technology, De Anza College.
Instructions for applying:
To apply for this position, submit all required application materials (listed below) to http://www.fhdajobs.net. As of 2/1/09, we only accept on-line application materials.
APPLICATION PACKET:
1. A District application to be completed at http://www.fhdajobs.net *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. A cover letter detailing your qualifications, skills and abilities as they relate to the position.
3. A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.
4. All college transcripts scanned in Word or PDF format.
If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application materials.
Application materials not required for this position will not be accepted.
Documents which can be associated with this posting:
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcript
Other
Transcript (2)
Transcript (3)
Job #10-003
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE:
Under the direction of the director of the High Tech Center Training Unit, the Training Specialist/Instructor provides instruction, technical assistance, training and resource materials to faculty and staff of California Community Colleges and other participating institutions in the areas of assistive and instructional computer technologies with an emphasis on assistive computer technologies for students with learning disabilities, visual disabilities, physical disabilities, or those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Design, develop and deliver training for faculty and staff of California Community Colleges in the use of assistive and instructional computer technology primarily for Windows and Macintosh computers. Develop training and course materials for use with assistive computer technologies in community college programs as they apply to the needs of students with disabilities. Work closely with High Tech Center faculty and staff statewide to facilitate the exchange of information and ideas. Provide technical assistance, consultation and training. Travel to provide off-site program reviews as requested. Act as a resource for technical assistance and support regarding the use of assistive and instructional computer technologies. Evaluate and review innovative methods and practices of potential benefit to students with disabilities as well as emerging assistive and instructional computer technologies. Work closely with and provide oversight to the High Tech Center network technician/IT staff to develop and maintain the HTCTU training lab, including installing, configuring, and troubleshooting assistive computer technology. Provide direction to network technician/IT staff as required.
Standard duties expected of all faculty include development and evaluation of curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, attending department and division meetings, pursuing professional growth activities, and performing other duties consistent with the role of an instructor. Instructors also have the opportunity to serve on District and college committees and participate in campus extra-curricular activities.
Conditions
HIRING RANGE: $63,168-$103,744 annually plus benefits; actual placement is non-negotiable and is based on applicant's verified education and experience.
Excellent benefits package which includes full cost medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long-term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. Faculty are also eligible for paid sabbatical leaves and stipends for educational and professional development.
For information on our benefits package that includes fully paid medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, Non-tenure Track, Grant Funded, 12 months per year.
STARTING DATE: Fall 2009
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement.
The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S.
The Foothill-De Anza Community College District does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. A bachelor's degree with any of the following majors: education of students with specific or multiple disabilities; special education; psychology; physical education with an emphasis in adaptive physical education; communicative disorders; rehabilitation; computer -based education; other computer related majors which include course work on adapted or assistive computer technology for students with disabilities; other majors related to providing specialized instruction or services to persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master's degree in instructional design, special education, education, or a related field.
2. Experience using assistive computer technology and Web-based instructional resources for teaching and learning.
3. Familiarity with state and national standards and guidelines which apply to the California Community Colleges with regard to equal access to technology and the provision of academic materials in alternate format for students and staff with disabilities.
4. Experience with the use of assistive computer technologies for blind, low vision, deaf and hard of hearing, physically disabled and learning disabled students.
5. Experience using instructional technology to design and develop training materials in a variety of delivery modes, preferably in an educational environment.
Campus: De Anza
Terms: 12 Month
Department: Special Education
Salary: $63,168-103,744
Job Close Date: 09-04-2009
Union Type: Faculty Association
Schedule: Full Time, Non-Tenure-Track
Knowledge of
In addition, successful candidates will demonstrate the following:
1. Knowledge of effective uses of a variety of assistive computer technologies such as screen readers for the blind, braille translation software, refreshable braille displays, large print display systems, speech recognition systems, as well as writing and productivity tools for students with learning disabilities.
2. Understanding of Windows and Macintosh operating systems and cross platform issues of application software.
3. Knowledge of Adult Learning Theory and assessment methods.
Ability to
4. Ability to develop and assess educational programs.
5. Experience in instructional design and training development.
6. Familiarity with academic issues relevant to community college student populations.
7. Ability to work in a changing environment and manage multiple priorities.
For a complete job description, or to apply, please visit: https://www.fhdajobs.net/applicants/Central?quickFind=178883
For more information about our application process contact:
Employment Services
Foothill-De Anza Community College District
12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills, California 94022
(650) 949-6217
Email: employment@fhda.edu
http://www.fhda.edu
EOE
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
High Tech Center Training Specialist/Instructor
Duties and Responsibilities
The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the faculty position of High Tech Center Training Specialist/Instructor- Assistive Computer Technology, De Anza College.
Instructions for applying:
To apply for this position, submit all required application materials (listed below) to http://www.fhdajobs.net. As of 2/1/09, we only accept on-line application materials.
APPLICATION PACKET:
1. A District application to be completed at http://www.fhdajobs.net *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. A cover letter detailing your qualifications, skills and abilities as they relate to the position.
3. A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.
4. All college transcripts scanned in Word or PDF format.
If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application materials.
Application materials not required for this position will not be accepted.
Documents which can be associated with this posting:
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcript
Other
Transcript (2)
Transcript (3)
Job #10-003
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE:
Under the direction of the director of the High Tech Center Training Unit, the Training Specialist/Instructor provides instruction, technical assistance, training and resource materials to faculty and staff of California Community Colleges and other participating institutions in the areas of assistive and instructional computer technologies with an emphasis on assistive computer technologies for students with learning disabilities, visual disabilities, physical disabilities, or those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Design, develop and deliver training for faculty and staff of California Community Colleges in the use of assistive and instructional computer technology primarily for Windows and Macintosh computers. Develop training and course materials for use with assistive computer technologies in community college programs as they apply to the needs of students with disabilities. Work closely with High Tech Center faculty and staff statewide to facilitate the exchange of information and ideas. Provide technical assistance, consultation and training. Travel to provide off-site program reviews as requested. Act as a resource for technical assistance and support regarding the use of assistive and instructional computer technologies. Evaluate and review innovative methods and practices of potential benefit to students with disabilities as well as emerging assistive and instructional computer technologies. Work closely with and provide oversight to the High Tech Center network technician/IT staff to develop and maintain the HTCTU training lab, including installing, configuring, and troubleshooting assistive computer technology. Provide direction to network technician/IT staff as required.
Standard duties expected of all faculty include development and evaluation of curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, attending department and division meetings, pursuing professional growth activities, and performing other duties consistent with the role of an instructor. Instructors also have the opportunity to serve on District and college committees and participate in campus extra-curricular activities.
Conditions
HIRING RANGE: $63,168-$103,744 annually plus benefits; actual placement is non-negotiable and is based on applicant's verified education and experience.
Excellent benefits package which includes full cost medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long-term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. Faculty are also eligible for paid sabbatical leaves and stipends for educational and professional development.
For information on our benefits package that includes fully paid medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, Non-tenure Track, Grant Funded, 12 months per year.
STARTING DATE: Fall 2009
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement.
The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S.
The Foothill-De Anza Community College District does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. A bachelor's degree with any of the following majors: education of students with specific or multiple disabilities; special education; psychology; physical education with an emphasis in adaptive physical education; communicative disorders; rehabilitation; computer -based education; other computer related majors which include course work on adapted or assistive computer technology for students with disabilities; other majors related to providing specialized instruction or services to persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master's degree in instructional design, special education, education, or a related field.
2. Experience using assistive computer technology and Web-based instructional resources for teaching and learning.
3. Familiarity with state and national standards and guidelines which apply to the California Community Colleges with regard to equal access to technology and the provision of academic materials in alternate format for students and staff with disabilities.
4. Experience with the use of assistive computer technologies for blind, low vision, deaf and hard of hearing, physically disabled and learning disabled students.
5. Experience using instructional technology to design and develop training materials in a variety of delivery modes, preferably in an educational environment.
Campus: De Anza
Terms: 12 Month
Department: Special Education
Salary: $63,168-103,744
Job Close Date: 09-04-2009
Union Type: Faculty Association
Schedule: Full Time, Non-Tenure-Track
Knowledge of
In addition, successful candidates will demonstrate the following:
1. Knowledge of effective uses of a variety of assistive computer technologies such as screen readers for the blind, braille translation software, refreshable braille displays, large print display systems, speech recognition systems, as well as writing and productivity tools for students with learning disabilities.
2. Understanding of Windows and Macintosh operating systems and cross platform issues of application software.
3. Knowledge of Adult Learning Theory and assessment methods.
Ability to
4. Ability to develop and assess educational programs.
5. Experience in instructional design and training development.
6. Familiarity with academic issues relevant to community college student populations.
7. Ability to work in a changing environment and manage multiple priorities.
For a complete job description, or to apply, please visit: https://www.fhdajobs.net/applicants/Central?quickFind=178883
For more information about our application process contact:
Employment Services
Foothill-De Anza Community College District
12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills, California 94022
(650) 949-6217
Email: employment@fhda.edu
http://www.fhda.edu
EOE
Copyright ©2009 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
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