Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Responsibilities

• Ability to work with a diverse population of students.
• Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
• Collaborate and consult with school organizations, community organizations, therapists, doctors, colleagues, parents regarding recommendations, modifications, and provide resources to meet student learning needs.
• Instruct students in Braille code.
• Perform Functional Visual Evaluations and Learning Media Assessments.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with stakeholders.
• Record and report student progress.

Qualifications

• NYS Certification in Blind and Partially Sighted.
• Preference given to candidates with Orientation and Mobility certification.
• Knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments.
• Knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction.
• Knowledge of up‑to‑date, available technology to use and teach students.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Promoting equity and culturally responsive practices to create inclusive environments.
• Ability to travel between W‑FL BOCES sites and component districts in this role shared between component school districts and/or Wayne‑Finger Lakes BOCES programs.

Benefits

• Paid holidays & leave time
• NYS retirement
• Health & dental insurance

Pay

$52,341 - $61,805, based on experience and demonstrated abilities.