Traveling Vision Impairment Teacher

N9149 - The Maryland School for the Blind; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Maryland seeks an instructor to provide itinerant-based teaching for visually impaired students. Responsibilities include individual teaching, IEP development, and consulting on classroom adaptations. The candidate should have a degree in education, certification in vision, and knowledge of special education practices. The position involves working up to 36.25 hours a week, with travel throughout the state to different counties. This job follows a standard ten-month school schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field required.
• Certification in Vision necessary.
• Knowledge of special education practices, IEP development, and teaching techniques.

Responsibilities

• Teach visually impaired students individually or in groups.
• Consult on classroom adaptations for students' needs.
• Evaluate children's developmental status and academic achievements.

Skills

Special education principles

Teaching visually impaired students

Assistive technology

Individualized educational plans (IEP)

Classroom resource management

Education

Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Education or related field

Certification in Vision

Dual certification in Vision and Orientation and Mobility

Tools

Augmentative communication devices

Computer

Job description

A specialized educational institution in Maryland seeks an instructor to provide itinerant-based teaching for visually impaired students. Responsibilities include individual teaching, IEP development, and consulting on classroom adaptations. The candidate should have a degree in education, certification in vision, and knowledge of special education practices. The position involves working up to 36.25 hours a week, with travel throughout the state to different counties. This job follows a standard ten-month school schedule.