TVI: Collaborative Braille & Visual Impairment Educator

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

NYS retirement

Paid holidays & leave time

Job summary

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES seeks a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to support students at the Regional Support Center. The role requires NYS certification in Blind and Partially Sighted, with preference for Orientation and Mobility credentials, and involves collaboration with multiple school and community partners.

The TVI will provide Braille instruction, conduct assessments, and communicate progress to stakeholders across districts.

Qualifications

• NYS Certification in Blind and Partially Sighted is required.
• Preference given to candidates with Orientation and Mobility certification.
• Knowledge of NYS Learning Standards and Assessments is helpful.
• Ability to travel between W-FL BOCES sites and component districts.

Responsibilities

• Have ability to work with a diverse population of students.
• Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
• Collaborate and consult with school organizations, therapists, doctors, colleagues, parents regarding recommendations, modifications, and provide resources to meet student learning needs.
• Instruct students in Braille code.
• Perform Functional Visual Evaluations and Learning Media Assessments.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with stakeholders.
• Record and report student progress.

Skills

Written & oral communication

Collaboration

Equity & inclusion

Education

NYS Certification in Blind and Partially Sighted

Orientation and Mobility certification (preferred)

Job description

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES seeks a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to support students at the Regional Support Center. The role requires NYS certification in Blind and Partially Sighted, with preference for Orientation and Mobility credentials, and involves collaboration with multiple school and community partners.

The TVI will provide Braille instruction, conduct assessments, and communicate progress to stakeholders across districts.