Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Boothby Therapy Services • Laconia, NH

394d • $104,000 - $139,360

About The Position

The Teacher of the Visually Impaired at Boothby Therapy Services plays a crucial role in empowering students with visual impairments by providing tailored instruction and support. This full-time position involves adapting learning materials and activities to meet the unique needs of each student, ensuring their academic success and social participation. The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, parents, and community services to create an inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• State certification as a Teacher of the Blind & Visually Impaired is essential.
• Strong communication skills and adaptability are required.
• Proficiency in using assistive technology and assessment tools is necessary.
• A deep understanding of various instructional methods tailored to students with vision loss is needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in collaborating with colleagues and community services.
• A genuine passion for empowering the vision impaired community.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to adapt activities and materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored instruction to enhance learning for students with vision loss.
• Adapt activities and materials to fit the unique abilities of each student.
• Offer direct and consultative special education services to facilitate social participation.
• Collaborate with students, teachers, and parents to bridge community services.
• Assess functional vision across various school settings, including academics and recess.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• $20,000 sign-on bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free company-sponsored professional development
• Continuing education funds
• License and association reimbursement
• Educational Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed