Teacher, Special Programs, Visually Impaired (VI) Preschool Itinerant Teacher

Wake County Public School System•Cary, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

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.
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.

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.