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Dual-Credentialed Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) & Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$88,529 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
- $54.
Employment Type Full Time, Part Time Job Summary Job Summary Roles and Responsibilities:
TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS
(TVI):- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with visual impairments.
- Provide direct and consultative TVI services in remote, hybrid, and in-person educational settings.
- Adapt instructional materials and educational environments to meet students' individual visual and access needs.
- Conduct assessments to evaluate student needs, educational access, and progress.
- Develop appropriate IEP goals and recommendations based on assessment results and student needs.
- Monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods, accommodations, and strategies as appropriate.
- Foster independence, self-advocacy, and access to the educational environment.
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, case managers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, and other members of the educational team.
- Support students with a wide range of visual needs, including students with CVI, complex access needs, and/or deafblindness.
- Maintain accurate documentation, service records, progress information, and communication with relevant stakeholders.
ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY
(O&M):- Be responsible for student safety in all O&M teaching environments while fostering maximum independence.
- Provide O&M instruction in alignment with current best practices.
- Teach students the skills and knowledge necessary to travel safely, confidently, independently, and efficiently in familiar and unfamiliar environments.
- Provide instruction across appropriate settings, including school campuses, indoor and outdoor environments, and community-based settings.
- Conduct thorough, data-driven O&M assessments addressing both short
- and long-term student needs.
- Develop assessment recommendations addressing student strengths, indoor and outdoor mobility skills, campus and community-based skills, and appropriate services.
- Develop
SMART IEP
goals in collaborati Job Description /Essential Elements:
Print Duties:
Will perform all the duties of a certified Teacher of the Blind and Visually impaired and Orientation and Mobility Specialist including: Being an itinerant Teacher Instruct in orientation, mobility, Braille, technology, and daily living skills Perform assessments Communicate between parents, students, school district personnel, and employees of SBES, Inc. Teach all components of the expanded core curriculum Work with a wide variety of students, including regular education, multiply impaired, and resource studentsBenefits:
401K Fully paid health insurance Fully paid dental Fully paid life insurance ($25,000) Chiropractic and Acupuncture Trainings and certifications Access to conferences and professional memberships Supportive and collaborative team passionate about helping blind/low-vision students succeed.http:
//sbesinc.com Requirements / Qualifications Dual certification is required for this position. Candidates must possess BOTH of the following California credentials: Valid California Teaching Credential authorizing services for students with Visual Impairments (TVI)REQUIRED
California Clinical or Rehabilitative Services Credential in Orientation & Mobility (O&M)
REQUIRED
Experience:
- Teaching students with visual impairments: 1 year preferred
- Special education experience: 1 year preferred
- Orientation & Mobility experience in educational settings: Preferred Sorry, no interns or anyone that does not already have credentials and have had at least one year of experience Requirements / Qualifications Dual certification is required for this position.
REQUIRED
California Clinical or Rehabilitative Services Credential in Orientation & Mobility (O&M)
REQUIRED
Experience:
- Teaching students with visual impairments: 1 year preferred
- Special education experience: 1 year preferred
- Orientation & Mobility experience in educational settings: Preferred Sorry, no interns or anyone that does not already have credentials and have had at least one year of experience Comments and Other Information Additional qualifications include: Experience working with students with visual impairments.