Special Education Teacher, Visually Impaired

Wake County Public Schools • Cary, NC

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct special education services and effective instruction relating to vision loss for students with a visual impairment.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of state and federal regulations and school laws and policies related to special education services
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of braille, including Unified English Braille (UEB)
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google apps
• Considerable knowledge in the areas of Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC)
• Effective skills to promote socialization between and connect the school community
• Ability to provide instruction for K-12 on common core and extended content curriculum
• Ability to provide instruction using various communication modes
• Ability to develop and progress monitor the Individual Education Programs (IEPs) of students
• Ability to manage classroom activities in coordination with classroom staff
• Ability to adapt the classroom environment, activities, and materials
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback; excellent public speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to provide a structured and organized learning environment
• Ability to perform Functional Vision and Learning Media assessments
• Ability to interpret eye medical reports as related to educational environments
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the public.
• Bachelor’s degree from regionally accredited college or university in Special Education or related field.
• Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in Visually Impaired
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Special Education
• Special Education Certification
• Orientation & Mobility Certification
• Experience with technology and low vision devices
• Experience with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI)

Responsibilities

• Assesses individual needs of each student.
• Establishes appropriate measurable goals and objectives for each student.
• Aids in design and implementation of an IEP for each student served.
• Keeps accurate records and progress monitoring data.
• Provides appropriate materials for students, training for staff and family members, as needed.
• Submits reports in a timely manner.
• Communicates with parents and school personnel.
• Establishes a regular meeting schedule with students.
• Attends scheduled VI staff and IEP meetings.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees