Special Education Teacher for Visually Impaired, 2026-2027 School Year

Special Education Teacher for Visually Impaired, 2026-2027 School Year EMIT Learning - 4.0 Mountain View, CA Job Details Full-time | Contract $60 - $70 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Referral program Qualifications Working with individuals with disabilities Teaching Certification Bachelor's degree Visually impaired education

Special Education Certification Full Job Description Job Summary:

EMIT Learning is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher for Visually Impaired students for a full-time, onsite position in Mountain View, CA for the 2026-2027 school year. The Special Education Teacher for Visually Impaired will provide specialized instruction, adapt curriculum, support IEP implementation, and use assistive technology and tactile materials to help students access learning. This role works closely with students, families, teachers, therapists, and school-based teams to support academic, social, behavioral, and functional growth.

Location:

Mountain View, CA Job Type:

Full-time, Onsite Schedule:

Monday to Friday / Standard school hours

Grade Level:

All grades

Start Date:

NSY 26-27

End Date:

June 2027, with strong potential for renewal for the 2027-2028 school year

Credential Required:

California Education Specialist Instruction Credential with

Visual Impairments Authorization Responsibilities:

Design and deliver individualized lesson plans for students with visual impairments. Use specialized instructional strategies, assistive technology, tactile materials, and learning technology tools. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, review, and implement Individualized Education Programs, IEPs. Set and support clear academic, social, behavioral, communication, and functional goals for students. Adapt curriculum across subjects, including literacy, math, early childhood education, and related learning areas. Provide direct instruction in communication skills, sensory integration strategies, and functional learning skills. Support behavioral management strategies and positive behavior interventions. Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation. Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, therapists, families, and school administrators. Support students across grade levels based on individual needs. Maintain compliance with special education requirements, school policies, and IEP documentation standards.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Childhood Development, Education, or a related field required. Master's degree preferred. Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential with Visual Impairments Authorization required. Teaching certification with specialization, endorsement, or authorization in visual impairments required. Strong knowledge of assistive technology, tactile learning materials, and adaptive instructional tools. Experience developing and implementing IEPs. Experience with curriculum development for students with visual impairments. Knowledge of behavioral therapy, behavior intervention, or applied behavior analysis strategies preferred. Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills. Ability to collaborate with students, families, therapists, teachers, and school staff. Ability to work full-time onsite in Mountain View, CA.

Preferred Experience:

Prior school-based experience as a Teacher for Visually Impaired students, TVI. Experience supporting students across multiple grade levels. Experience adapting curriculum for literacy, math, communication, and functional skills. Experience using assistive technology for visually impaired learners. Experience with sensory integration strategies and behavior support plans.

Why Join EMIT Learning:

Work with a student-centered school team. Support students with visual impairments through individualized instruction and accessible learning tools. Help students build academic, communication, functional, and independence skills. Join a team focused on inclusion, growth, and student success.

Apply Today:

EMIT Learning is hiring a Special Education Teacher for Visually Impaired students for the 2026-2027 school year in Mountain View, CA. Qualified applicants with a valid California Visual Impairments Authorization, school-based experience, assistive technology knowledge, and IEP experience are encouraged to apply.

Pay:

$60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person