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Teacher of the Visually Impaired

2 months ago

Emporia, United States VocoVision Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years visually impaired experience required.

Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Location: Kansas, United States
Job Type: Fulltime, Next School Year Contract - Work From Home
Pay: $30+/Hour

Responsibilities:
Instructional Planning and Delivery:

  • Develop and implement appropriate educational strategies and materials to meet the academic, developmental, and social-emotional needs of students with visual impairments.
  • Adapt and modify curriculum content and instructional methods to accommodate various learning styles and levels of visual impairment.
  • Utilize specialized teaching techniques and assistive technologies to enhance student learning and accessibility.

Assessment and Evaluation:

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of students visual abilities, educational needs, and progress to inform instructional planning and intervention strategies.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to interpret assessment results and develop educational goals and objectives aligned with students IEPs.

Individualized Education Planning:

  • Participate in the development, review, and revision of IEPs for students with visual impairments, ensuring that goals and objectives are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
  • Work closely with parents, caregivers, and other stakeholders to establish collaborative partnerships and promote family involvement in the educational process.

Instructional Support and Consultation:

  • Provide consultation and support to general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school staff on strategies for accommodating and including students with visual impairments in the general education setting.
  • Collaborate with community agencies, healthcare providers, and other service providers to coordinate services and resources for students with visual impairments.

Professional Development and Advocacy:

  • Stay informed about current research, best practices, and legal requirements related to the education of students with visual impairments.
  • Advocate for the rights and needs of students with visual impairments within the school community and broader educational system.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills related to teaching students with visual impairments.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Special Education with a specialization in Visual Impairments or related field.
  • Certification as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) from the Kansas Department of Education or eligibility for certification.
  • Knowledge of specialized instructional techniques, assistive technologies, and resources for students with visual impairments.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with students, families, colleagues, and community stakeholders.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development in the field of visual impairments education.


Why Contract with VocoVision?
Fulfill your personal goals when you join the VocoVision team. We help you create contracts based on your terms to ensure you get the best possible opportunity. To learn more about this role, contact me at (678) 367 0801 or abril.diaz@vocovision.com

Abril Diaz
Account Executive
Cell: (678) 367 0801 | Email: abril.diaz@VocoVision.com