TVI: Orientation & Mobility Education Specialist

Special Services; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Moses Lake School District 161 is seeking a Teacher of the Visually Impaired/Orientation & Mobility (TVI/O&M) to join Special Services in Moses Lake, WA. The TVI provides assessments, direct instruction, and consults with staff, parents, and outside agencies to support students and ensure IEP/IFSP compliance.

Required WA TVI certification (ESA) or ability to obtain, Braille proficiency, knowledge of WAC 392-172 and IDEA Parts B & C, and ability to work independently or in a team with

Qualifications

• Certification as TVI or ESA certification in WA.
• Proven proficiency in Braille.
• Knowledge of WA Special Education Rules and IDEA requirements.
• Experience working in teams and independently.
• Willingness to travel within district buildings.

Responsibilities

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Collaborates with others for the purpose of implementing intervention strategies and/or providing recommendations/modifications to assist basic education staff in working with special education students in the classroom setting.
• Consult with teachers, parents, other personnel, and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, and/or making recommendations.
• Establishes necessary caseloads, procedures, and resources for the purpose of managing the vision programs for students and/or working cooperatively with staff to accomplish the goals of the IEP or IFSP.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance with the Moses Lake School District, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates as a member of the evaluation team and IEP committee for the purpose of contributing evaluation findings and/or collaborating on the child’s educational program plan.
• Provides direct services through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom presentations, co-teaching in general education settings, in-services to staff/parents, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring services are delivered in conformance with the Moses Lake School District, state, and federal requirements.
• Provides instruction to visually impaired students through both group and individual experiences for the purpose of developing and implementing individualized education plans for students.

Skills

TVI certification

Braille proficiency

Team collaboration

WAC 392-172 knowledge

IDEA Part B & C knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

The Moses Lake School District 161 is seeking a Teacher of the Visually Impaired/Orientation & Mobility (TVI/O&M) to join Special Services in Moses Lake, WA. The TVI provides assessments, direct instruction, and consults with staff, parents, and outside agencies to support students and ensure IEP/IFSP compliance.

Required WA TVI certification (ESA) or ability to obtain, Braille proficiency, knowledge of WAC 392-172 and IDEA Parts B & C, and ability to work independently or in a team with