Blind and Visually Impaired Teacher

Orleans-Niagara BOCES; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

ORLEANS/NIAGARA BOCES is seeking an itinerant Blind and Visually Impaired Teacher to serve students in Orleans and/or Niagara Counties, from kindergarten through 12th grade. The teacher will align lessons to New York State standards and deliver instruction tailored to each student's IEP or Section 504 plan.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with parents, teachers and students are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to align lessons to New York State Standards.
• Ability to plan engaging activities and deliver instruction based on individual needs (IEP/504).
• Strong interpersonal skills and communicate effectively with parents, teachers and students.
• Orientation and Mobility Specialist Certification is desired.

Responsibilities

• Serve students in Orleans and/or Niagara Counties across grades K-12.
• Collaborate with component school districts and BOCES buildings to provide vision services.
• Deliver instruction tailored to IEP/504 plans and ensure regular attendance.

Education

New York State Certification for Blind and Visually Impaired

Job description

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Blind & Visually Impaired Teacher
  
• Date Posted:
  9/10/2026
  
• Location:
  All locations
  
• Date Available:
  09/01/2026
  
• Closing Date:
  10/01/2026
  

ORLEANS/NIAGARA BOCES

Blind and Visually Impaired Teacher

Job Description:

Itinerant teacher to service students throughout Orleans and/or Niagara Counties receiving Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Vision teacher services in component school district and BOCES buildings in grades kindergarten through 12. The teacher must demonstrate the ability to align lessons to the New York State Standards. The teacher must demonstrate the ability to plan and implement engaging learning activities and deliver instruction based upon an individual's needs (aligned to the IEP or Section 504 Plan). The teacher must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate and interact with parents, teachers and students. Orientation and Mobility Specialist Certification is desired. The individual must have or be eligible for appropriate teaching certification upon hire. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned. The assignment is subject to change.

Requirement:Blind and Visually Impaired New York State Certification

Anticipated Salary: $54,000-$92,000 commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package available.