TVI for the Extended School Year/Summer Program

Job Functions

• Demonstrate knowledge of techniques and adapted materials for working with the visually impaired students and students with additional challenges.
• Develop and implement an Individualized Instruction Plan for each student based upon assessment of students’ strengths and needs.
• Develop classroom goals and objectives that reflect the IEP.
• Provide direct and/or consultative instruction to students with visual impairments based on the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Provide written lesson plans for educational supervisors’ approval on a weekly basis.
• Teach core academic subjects using adapted materials and methods aligned with student needs.
• Instruct in Braille reading, writing and math, tactile graphics; auditory learning strategies; and creation of accessible materials and instruction for students with CVI.
• Incorporate Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) components, including compensatory skills, assistive technology, self-determination, and independent living skills.
• Develop and adapt instructional materials, using tactile, auditory, and visual strategies appropriate for each student.
• Carry out functional vision evaluations (FVE) and learning media assessments (LMA) to determine instructional needs annually.
• Follow age-appropriate curricula and modify to suit individual goals, and provide specially designed instruction on an individual basis when required.
• Organize a collection of student data.
• Implement and follow positive behavior plans/goals for students.
• Complete report cards or progress reports as required. Communicates with parents/others about a child's progress.
• Completes the required paperwork necessary for students to register for quota funding available through American Printing House for the Blind annually.
• Train and support educational staff in best practices for working with students who are blind or visually impaired.
• Assign duties to classroom Paraeducator(s), Intervener(s), 1:1's and instruct and support them in their roles.
• Work with Specialty Teachers, including Therapists, to develop programs for students and to assist in implementing the programs in the classroom.
• Act as team leader at the yearly IEP meeting.
• Stay current with developments in the field of visual impairment education.
• Participate in in-service training, conferences, and professional learning communities.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Meet requirements to obtain an emergency permit and the ability to consistently meet emergency permit requirements until TVI certification can be issued.
• Willing to work toward a certification in visual impairment, or be willing to enroll in a vision studies program upon hire.
• Must have Current PA Teaching Certification.
• Must be certified in First Aid and CPR/AED.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Lifting: Must be able to lift 50-lbs minimum, with assistance. Participate in 2-person lifts.
• Working Environment: Employees are subject to accidents and/or injuries, which may be incurred during the performance of the essential functions of the position. Work is primarily indoors, but some outdoor activities may be required.

Benefits and Pay

• OSB offers a competitive salary and benefits package reflective of the applicant’s training and experience, including liberal financial support for the pursuit of advanced degrees.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Overbrook School for the Blind (OSB) has, and will continue to follow, a policy of recruiting, employing and promoting individuals best qualified for any position by reason of education, training, and experience without regard to race, color, ancestry, genetic information, familial or marital status, domestic or sexual violence victimization, ethnicity, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or a related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or non-job-related disability or the use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness or physical disability. OSB shall not discriminate against an individual who has exercised his/her rights against discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws.