About this role
VISION IMPAIRED TEACHER REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must hold valid GA Visually Impaired (K -12) Teacher certificate
• Three (3) years teaching experience with visually impaired students, preferred
• Written, oral, and instructional skills required
• Experience working in a collaborative environment
• Ability to travel between school sites
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
• Ability to assess, evaluate, and administer appropriate testing as it pertains to VI students
• Ability to provide and set up appropriate learning environment
• Proficient in administrative/record keeping duties
• Ability to provide direct instruction in the unique curriculum
• Ability to professionally respond to inquiries from the public and other agencies
• Ability to maintain professional standards
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
• Provides a comprehensive educational program as stipulated by the Individualized educational Plan (EIP) to meet the needs of students who are visually impaired, legally blind, or blind.
• Assesses and documents students' educational needs to develop and implement appropriate instructional plans.
• Develops appropriate instructional materials for students with visual impairment.
• Utilizes acceptable and innovative instructional techniques and practices.
• Plans in-service activities for school district personnel.
• Prepares Individual Education Plans, eligibility determinations, etc. and conducts the meeting required to complete these plans.
• Facilitates the identification of students with visual impairment by directly screening those students or training aides to perform the screening function within the school district.
• Refers students to a vision care specialist when necessary.
• Facilitates the attainment of special instructional materials.
• Participates in activities designed to promote professional growth.
• Consults with the local school district personnel concerning matters pertaining to the education of students with visual impairment.
• Maintains records of services rendered to the school district.
• Other duties as assigned.