Teacher of the Visually Impaired

10-month, full-time position reporting to the Coordinator of Specialized Programs and EC Director.

Qualifications

• North Carolina licensure or certification as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)
• Special Education background is preferred
• Experience working with visually impaired students, preferably in an educational setting
• Strong knowledge of adaptive techniques, assistive technology, and instructional strategies for students with visual impairments
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work closely with students, parents, educators, and colleagues

Responsibilities

• Provide Visual Impairment (VI) Services as described by DPI Guidelines for Exceptional Children
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the visual needs and learning preferences of the student, including generating professional evaluation reports
• Develop and implement individualized educational plans that address the unique needs and goals of the student
• Provide direct instruction and support to the visually impaired student, utilizing appropriate adaptive techniques and tools
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure the student's needs are met effectively
• Provide guidance and support to other school staff to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment with access to instruction
• Adapt and modify educational materials to accommodate the student's visual impairment
• Assist in the development and implementation of the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Monitor and document the student's progress, adjusting strategies as needed
• Provide progress reports as required by the IEP
• Document services provided, including attending, direction instruction content, and student response to instruction
• Maintain VI equipment, provide inventory updates, and ensure that broken devices are repaired
• Travel between school locations
• Understanding of Regular Curriculum and Extended Content Curriculum, Grades K-12

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, typewriters, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for children with special needs
• Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for Light Work

Additional Job Functions

• Performs other related work as required or directed by Supervisor