Government Comprehensive Special School, Lafia, is looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Braille and Tactile Materials Specialist
Location: Lafia, Nassarawa
Job Description
- The braillist/materials specialist for children with visual impairments provides braille embossed materials as determined by the classroom teacher.
- This position serves teachers of children with visual impairments.
Responsibilities
- Transcribe materials including books, workbooks, testing material, and classroom work for students with visual impairments, including tactile maps and graphs.
- Maintain accurate records of all transcriptions Make necessary adaptations of materials for students with visual impairments In conjunction with the classroom teacher.
- Remain current in computer technology as it relates to braille production and interfacing with the student's braille-related assistive technology.
Qualifications
- A minimum of Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent
- Ability to type a minimum of 50 words per minute
- Good communication skills and ability to learn and demonstrate an understanding of braille.
Salary
Salary is commensurate with qualification and experience.
Application Closing Date
10th March, 2018.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes and Application Letters to:
The office of the Honourable Commissioner,
Special Education, Science and Technology,
Shendam Road,
Lafia,
Nasarawa State.