Mobile Vision Teacher for Visually Impaired Students

Alief Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Alief Independent School District is hiring an Itinerant Teacher for Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) based in Houston, TX. The role provides direct and consultative special education services for students with visual impairments, coordinating with district teams and families to implement IEPs and ARD meetings.

The position requires SBEC certification for TVI, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to transport materials within district boundaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a college or university.
• SBEC certification for teachers of students with visual impairments (SBEC).
• ESL Certification preferred or required within two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist professionals in developing evaluation and assessment strategies.
• Provide direct instruction to students in order to support the use of assistive technology and equipment.
• Evaluate student progress and document progress notes per district policy.
• Recommend modifications to ARD/IFSPs to support student progress.
• Serve as liaison with agencies in vocational assessment processes.

Skills

Functional vision assessments

Interpret medical eye reports

Modify statewide testing

Screening and referral procedures

Administer modified testing materials

Vocational assessment collaboration

Assistive technology support

Education

Bachelor's degree

SBEC certification for teachers of students with visual impairments

ESL Certification preferred or required within two years

Job description

Alief Independent School District is hiring an Itinerant Teacher for Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) based in Houston, TX. The role provides direct and consultative special education services for students with visual impairments, coordinating with district teams and families to implement IEPs and ARD meetings.

The position requires SBEC certification for TVI, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to transport materials within district boundaries.