Special Education Teacher, Visually Impaired

Overview :

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

TEACHER

WORKING TITLE

Visually Impaired (VI) Itinerant Teacher

SCHOOL / DEPARTMENT

Special Education Services (SES)

LOCATION

Crossroads II, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Classroom Teacher

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is not eligible for hybrid telework workweek

POSITION PURPOSE :

Provides direct special education services and effective instruction relating to vision loss for students with a visual impairment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of state and federal regulations and school laws and policies related to special education services;
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of braille, including Unified English Braille (UEB);
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google apps;
• Considerable knowledge in the areas of Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC);
• Effective skills to promote socialization between and connect the school community;
• Ability to provide instruction for K-12 on common core and extended content curriculum;
• Ability to provide instruction using various communication modes;
• Ability to develop and progress monitor the Individual Education Programs (IEPs) of students;
• Ability to manage classroom activities in coordination with classroom staff;
• Ability to adapt the classroom environment, activities, and materials;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication

techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback; excellent public speaking and presentation skills;

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a school environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, and other service providers. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE : 1 / 2025

DISCLAIMER :   The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.