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Approved:
05-28-65
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform a wide variety of difficult clerical
tasks and to transcribe and prepare brailled, typed and other
instructional material for use by classroom teachers in the educational
program for visually handicapped children, some of which may require the
use of a typewriter.
EXAMPLES
OF DUTIES
Directs distribution of instructional materials for visually handicapped
program and transposes textbooks, supplementary books and pamphlets from
printed form to braille; translates braille readers and other books into
printed form; prepares supplementary instructional aids in braille or
printed form as needed for educational program for the blind; sorts,
arranges, alphabetizes, catalogues and files materials and books;
maintains use and distribution record of books, pamphlets and other
instructional aids used in the program; types lists, requisitions,
stencils, master sheets, reports letters and memoranda; types record cards
and posts data; participates in and directs assembling and distribution of
supplies and materials; and performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Braille alphabet and braille typewriters;
Modern office methods and practices;
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
Characteristics and traits common to visually handicapped children.
and
Ability to:
Read and write braille, including transposing from printed form to braille
form;
Understand and carry out written instructions;
Perform responsible clerical work with speed and accuracy;
Work cooperatively with others;
Compile and maintain accurate and complete records and reports;
Operate braille typewriter, standard typewriter, and common office
machines.
and
Skills:
Typing speed of 45 net words a minute and skill in the operation of a
braille typewriter.
and
Experience:
Two years of varied experience in typing and clerical work and some
previous experience in transcribing braille work.
and
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from high school including or supplemented by
courses in braille.
and
Special:
Braille certification from Library of Congress.
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Salary
Schedule - Office
Technical Unit
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