Overbrook School for the BlindHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework (2–4 years) preferred.
- Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Experience using Google Workspace (Docs, Forms, Sheets, etc.).
- Familiarity with student information systems such as PowerSchool and special education software such as eSPED.
- Relevant experience as an administrative assistant, executive secretary, or similar role.
- Skilled in operating standard office equipment (copiers, scanners, fax machines, multi-line phones, etc.).
- Ability to multitask effectively and adapt to new technology.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of the applicant’s training and experience.
- Liberal financial support for the pursuit of advanced degrees.
Founded in 1832, Overbrook School for the Blind (OSB) prepares our students—all of whom are blind, visually impaired or living with other challenges—to have the greatest opportunity to experience active and fulfilling lives. Our historic 26-acre campus in the Overbrook Farms section of West Philadelphia is bustling with activity as our students work, play, and in some cases, live in an extraordinary set of integrated buildings that have been adapted to meet the multiple needs of our students. OSB serves approximately 180 students (ages 3 through 21) on campus. Our Early Intervention Outreach program (birth through age three) provides at-home guidance and care to the parents of 190 additional families. OSB's International Program reaches thousands of people in Southeast Asia by training teachers and administrators on how to instruct additional teachers to work with the visually impaired. We employ more Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVIs) than any school in the state of PA and an entire related services team for students in the areas of occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, orientation and mobility, counseling, and much more. Our faculty also includes instructors who have been trained to work with students who have been diagnosed with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Every student, regardless of their ability level has an Individualized Educational Program (IEP) developed to meet their specific needs and educate the whole child. Each program is aligned with the PA core standards and the Expanded Core Curriculum for students who are blind, visually impaired, deafblind or visually impaired with additional disabilities. Our cutting-edge educational programs use low and high tech assistive technology to support our students. Staff receive on-going professional development in visual impairment, specialty areas, state-mandated trainings, and core subjects. Our staff share their expertise presenting at conferences.