Traveling Vision-Impaired Education Specialist

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD in Cypress, Texas, is seeking a qualified teacher for visually impaired students. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and be certified by the Texas Education Agency. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating with classroom teachers, ordering specialized materials, and attending ARD meetings. Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are vital, along with a legitimate Texas driver's license. The position involves 187 days of employment under a probationary/term contract, offering competitive compensation at pay grade T60 with potential additional stipends.

Qualifications

• Experience with visual impairments in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to travel within and out of the district.
• Clear and valid Texas driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Screen referrals for functional vision performance.
• Administer functional vision and media assessments.
• Provide direct instruction to visually impaired students.
• Order Brailled materials and tangible apparatus.
• Participate in ARD meetings for assessing visually impaired students.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Behavior management

Assessment skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Certification to teach the visually impaired

Job description

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD in Cypress, Texas, is seeking a qualified teacher for visually impaired students. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and be certified by the Texas Education Agency. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating with classroom teachers, ordering specialized materials, and attending ARD meetings. Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are vital, along with a legitimate Texas driver's license. The position involves 187 days of employment under a probationary/term contract, offering competitive compensation at pay grade T60 with potential additional stipends.