Teacher - Visually Impaired Specialist

5 days ago

New York, New York, United States YAI Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Teacher of the Visually Impaired to join our team at YAI. As a key member of our educational services team, you will play a critical role in providing vision services to students with visual impairments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide Vision Services
    • Deliver vision services in 1:1 sessions and/or groups, push-in and/or pull-out based on students' needs.
    • Collect data through interviews with family members, observations in other therapy sessions and/or by conducting annual Functional Vision Learning Media Assessments (FVLMA) to identify adaptations or accommodations for students' visual needs.
  • Develop and Implement Individualized Education Plans
    • Create goals for each assigned student and monitor and document progress, maintaining student records and preparing FVLMA reports, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and quarterly progress reports.
    • Participate in IEP meetings and team meetings, parent-teacher and CSE meetings; participate in legal hearings when necessary and appropriate.
  • Collaborate with Educational Teams
    • Collaborate with teachers, related service providers and coordinates with iHOPE Assistive Technology Team within the school setting to ensure that a comprehensive educational plan is in place to meet the student's individual educational needs.
    • Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, working with other service providers and adapting lesson plans and materials, as needed including the creation of book boxes, adapted books, brailled materials, and tangible symbols.
  • Communicate with Parents and Professionals
    • Communicate and collaborate with parents and outside professionals as needed, specifically as they impact the student's educational plan.
    • Provide vision education consultation services to all staff members, as needed.
  • Participate in Professional Development
    • Participate in professional development opportunities within iHOPE and beyond.
  • Adhere to Department and School Policies
    • Adhere to department and school policies and procedures.
  • Perform Additional Duties
    • Perform all other duties, as assigned.
Senior Teacher of the Visually Impaired Responsibilities

Experienced TVIs may be selected for assignment as Senior Teacher of the Visually Impaired and may perform the following duties in addition to the above:

  • Manage and Support Colleagues
    • Manage or provide assistance to other TVIs on more complex cases by coordinating meetings, identifying resources and/or coordinating with other iHOPE staff, family and/or providers to support students' needs including coordination for assistive technology with AT department and related service providers.
  • Collaborate with External Organizations
    • Collaborate with outside organizations within the field of Vision Education regarding new programs, technologies, educational materials or student registrations for services including APH, NYSCB, NYDBC.
  • Assist with Department Operations
    • Assist with oversight of day-to-day department operations in the absence of the Director, attending meetings, answering inquiries and ensuring compliance with department policies and procedures.
  • Provide Mentorship and Support
    • Serve as a role model for and provides ongoing mentorship, support and encouragement to colleagues in the Department and assists in providing supervision to Vision Specialists, graduate students, and/or interns; assists newly hired staff in using systems, share drives and assigning training schedules.
  • Organize Professional Development
    • Organize professional development opportunities, coordinating sessions for vision staff and assists in organizing and planning departmental special events.
  • Support Department Initiatives
    • Meet regularly with Director to assist with departmental initiatives including new programs, trainings and/or staffing, providing honest feedback and proactively making recommendations and presenting ideas to increase the success of the department as a whole, including improvements to vision-related services.
Minimum Qualification Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • Education
    • Master's Degree
  • Licensure and Certification
    • Current certification and registration as a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired, issued by the New York State Education Department
  • Skills and Abilities
    • Well organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
    • Able to work with a great degree of independence and focus
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, including experience using PowerPoint for the creation of adapted books
    • Participates in professional development and CTLE in order to maintain state licensure
    • Demonstrates advanced knowledge, competence and skills in assessment, creating individualized lesson plans and goal setting
    • Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Cortical Vision Impairment including CVI Range Assessment, Complexity Framework and CVI/AAC Matrix
Additional Requirements for Senior Teacher of the Visually Impaired

The following additional requirements apply to candidates seeking assignment as Senior Teacher of the Visually Impaired:

  • Experience
    • At least two (2) years of experience in the field of Visual Impairment and Severe and Multiple Disabilities, including experience with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) or CVI Range Endorsement
  • Skills and Abilities
    • Excellent writing and communication skills, including ability to peer review appropriate documentation (IEPs, FVLMAs and Progress Reports), create and facilitate trainings
Preferred Qualification Requirements

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

  • Experience
    • One (1) or more years of direct experience preferred in the field of Visual Impairment and Severe and Multiple Disabilities
  • Skills and Abilities
    • Previous experience with CVI or CVI Range Endorsement
Compensation Range

The salary range for this position is $69,000-$75,500 annually.

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