Teacher, Preschool

The Maryland School for the Blind•Nottingham, MD

3d•$65,303 - $130,085•Onsite

About The Position

With supervision, provides comprehensive early intervention services to visually impaired preschool aged children and their families. This role involves service coordination, direct service provision as a service provider, parent education and training, and special instruction to enhance child development.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of special education principles, practices, and procedures, including developing and writing IEP's and performing appropriate teaching techniques.
Minimum of Bachelor's in Special Education.
Special education certification required.
Ability to work toward obtaining TVI certification.
General knowledge of visual impairment, including causes, manifestations and adaptations.
Some knowledge of medical disorders such as seizures or restrictions; adaptive technology, alternate modes of communication; and behavior management principles.
General knowledge of core and expanded core curriculum, program development, classroom resource management, and student/personnel scheduling.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with autism and sensory disorders strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitates and participates in the development, review, and evaluation of individualized family service plans.
Coordinates the performance of evaluation and assessments.
Assists families in identifying available service providers and coordinates/monitors service delivery.
Coordinates with health and therapy services and serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Conducts evaluation and assessment procedures to determine child's developmental status and continuing eligibility.
Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings.
Implements and conducts a periodic review of the I.F.S.P. for each child and child's family.
Provides training and education on an individual and group basis.
Conducts home visits.
Designs learning environments and activities that promote the child's acquisition of skills in a variety of developmental areas.
Provides families with information, skills, and support related to the child's skill development.
Plans materials and resources to achieve outcomes on I.F.S.P.
Provides instruction to the child to enhance development.
Provides in-service training to staff.
Speaks to community groups regarding the instruction program.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
May need to use own personal vehicle.