Blind & Low Vision Education Specialist

Indianapolis Public Schools; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health coverage

Dental and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible spending accounts

Federal loan forgiveness eligibility

Resumo da oferta

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) seeks a dedicated educator to provide specialized services for students with blindness or low vision. The role involves direct assessments, IEP collaboration, and curriculum adaptation to enable access to learning across settings.

The position requires Indiana teaching licensure in Blindness/Low Vision with potential for dual certification. Travel to assigned sites is required, and collaboration with families and school staff is essential.

Qualificações

• Valid Indiana teaching license for students with blindness or low vision.
• Dual certification in Blind/Low Vision and Orientation & Mobility preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and adaptability in a school setting.

Responsabilidades

• Perform functional vision and literacy assessments.
• Interpret eye medical reports for educational settings.
• Contribute to IEP goals and accommodations.
• Develop appropriate evaluations and assistive technology recommendations.
• Provide adapted materials (Braille, enlarged print, tactile symbols).
• Train and supervise paraprofessionals in the classroom.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Results oriented

Professional integrity

Flexibility

Formação académica

Indiana Teacher's License (Blindness/Low Vision)

Dual Certification in Blind/Low Vision

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) seeks a dedicated educator to provide specialized services for students with blindness or low vision. The role involves direct assessments, IEP collaboration, and curriculum adaptation to enable access to learning across settings.

The position requires Indiana teaching licensure in Blindness/Low Vision with potential for dual certification. Travel to assigned sites is required, and collaboration with families and school staff is essential.