Itinerant Vision Impairment Educator (Braille & Assistive Tech)

Waterbury Public Schools; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterbury Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Visually Impaired to provide itinerant vision services to students in Connecticut. The successful candidate will modify curriculum and provide direct instruction in Braille and assistive technology. A Bachelor's degree in special education focused on visual impairment and a valid teaching certificate is required. This role also involves developing IEPs and conducting functional vision assessments, ensuring diverse students receive tailored support.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with visually impaired students and assistive technology.
• Knowledge of visual problems and their implications for learning.
• Ability to assess and develop instructional programs.

Responsibilities

• Adapt curriculum materials for visually impaired students.
• Provide instruction in Braille and compensatory skills.
• Develop individualized educational plans (IEPs).
• Conduct functional vision assessments.
• Train school staff on visual impairment strategies.

Skills

Assistive technology

Curriculum adaptation

Communication

Report writing

Parent education strategies

Behavior management techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate (059, 055)

Job description

Waterbury Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Visually Impaired to provide itinerant vision services to students in Connecticut. The successful candidate will modify curriculum and provide direct instruction in Braille and assistive technology. A Bachelor's degree in special education focused on visual impairment and a valid teaching certificate is required. This role also involves developing IEPs and conducting functional vision assessments, ensuring diverse students receive tailored support.