Adaptive Math Teacher for Visually Impaired Middle School

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

LOUISIANA SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a dedicated LSVI Middle School Teacher for the 26/27 school year. This unclassified-regular full-time 9-month role is located at the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired.

Responsibilities include adapting the core curriculum for visually impaired students, delivering direct instruction in Braille and ASL, and collaborating with a support team to ensure academic success and maximum independence.

Qualifications

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate.
• Valid Out-of-State Teaching Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; enrollment in an approved alternative teacher prep program.

Responsibilities

• Teach academic subjects using modified methods and materials to accommodate student needs.
• Adapt the general education curriculum to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
• Provide direct instruction in Braille reading and writing, low-vision device usage, abacus skills, auditory training, and ASL.
• Teach essential life skills and orientation/mobility for visually impaired students to promote independence.
• Integrate assistive technology into daily instruction and train students to use it effectively.

Skills

Braille instruction

ASL

Adapt curriculum

IEP development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Louisiana Teaching Certificate

Out-of-State Teaching Certificate

Alternative Certification Candidate

Job description

LOUISIANA SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a dedicated LSVI Middle School Teacher for the 26/27 school year. This unclassified-regular full-time 9-month role is located at the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired.

Responsibilities include adapting the core curriculum for visually impaired students, delivering direct instruction in Braille and ASL, and collaborating with a support team to ensure academic success and maximum independence.