Teacher for Students with Visual Impairments (Part time)-Special Ed Job at New B

Overview

Primary Purpose :

Provide specialized instruction and services to support the unique educational needs of students with visual impairments. Serve as a member of the educational team to support students’ access to curriculum, functional independence, and positive outcomes as defined by each student's IEP.

This is considered a part-time position, 25-30 hrs. / wk.

Qualifications

Education / Certification :

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas Special Education Certificate (Preferred)

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with the TSVI certification

Special Knowledge / Skills :

• Knowledge of educational implications of visual impairments
• Skills in developing and adapting curriculum for students with visual impairments
• Ability to conduct functional vision and learning media assessments
• Ability to interpret eye reports and explain them to staff and families
• Proficiency in braille instruction (as needed)
• Strong collaboration, consultation, and communication skills
• Understanding of assistive technology and accessible instructional materials

Experience :

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Working Conditions

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors : See below; details provided in the original description.

Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture : Prolonged sitting; occasional bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, twisting

Motion : Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse

Lifting : Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. May occasionally require heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment.

Environment : May work prolonged or irregular hours; districtwide and occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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