Impactful VI Special Ed Teacher - Student Support

Linked Professional Services; Michigan; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Linked, LLC is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher – Visually Impaired for student support services in Metro Detroit, MI. The role focuses on delivering individualized instruction, supporting academic development, independence, and mobility for students with visual impairments.

The position is a long-term contract with the potential for continued placement year after year, working within a school environment and collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure IEP goals

Qualifications

• Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate certification for Visually Impaired (SK).
• T2EA certification accepted.
• Experience working with students with visual impairments preferred.
• Knowledge of specialized instructional strategies for students with visual impairments.
• Understanding of IEPs and individualized instruction.
• Ability to adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and classroom activities.
• Familiarity with adaptive technology and resources for students with visual impairments preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, teachers, therapists, and administrators.
• Patient, flexible, and student-focused approach.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to create a safe, accessible, and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students identified with Visual Impairments (SK).
• Develop and implement individualized instructional strategies based on student needs.
• Follow and implement student IEPs and individualized educational goals.
• Adapt instructional materials and classroom activities to meet the needs of students with visual impairments.
• Monitor and document student academic and functional progress.
• Support students in developing independence, self-advocacy, and functional skills.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, therapists, administrators, and other support personnel.
• Assist with the appropriate use of adaptive materials, technology, and instructional resources.
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress and educational needs.
• Maintain accurate student records and required special education documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and other student support meetings as required.
• Provide consultation and support to school staff regarding strategies for working with students with visual impairments.
• Create a safe, accessible, and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow school policies, procedures, and applicable special education requirements.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

IEP Knowledge

Individualized Instruction

Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate

T2EA certification

Job description

Linked, LLC is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher – Visually Impaired for student support services in Metro Detroit, MI. The role focuses on delivering individualized instruction, supporting academic development, independence, and mobility for students with visual impairments.

The position is a long-term contract with the potential for continued placement year after year, working within a school environment and collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure IEP goals