VI Specialist: Special Education for Visual Impairments

Alief Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,850 - 73,150; Full time

Job summary

Anova Education is seeking a dedicated professional in Houston, Texas, to provide special education services focusing on visual impairments. The successful candidate will assist students in the classroom and community settings by delivering direct instruction and support related to all necessary educational tools.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and Texas certification, with preferred ESL Accreditation. The position offers a minimum salary of $66,500 based on a 187-day work schedule and includes opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Ability to modify statewide testing as appropriate.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and its application in educational settings.
• Experience in working with agencies for vocational assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to support effective use of assistive technology.
• Evaluate and document student progress according to district policy.
• Administer tests and assessments as needed.

Skills

Functional vision and learning media assessments

Interpret medical eye reports

Modify statewide testing

Assistive technology expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas certification for visual impairments

ESL Certification preferred

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher VI (Visual Impairments) @ Special Education

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Primary Purpose:

To provide direct and/or consultative special education services relating to visual impairments. These services enable the students to learn in classroom and community environments. Services for infants may be provided in the infants’ homes or child-care settings (within district boundaries).

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from a college or university
• Texas certification standards required for assignment as set by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) for teachers of students with visual impairments
• ESL Certification preferred or ESL Certification required within two (2) years of employment beginning with teachers hired in 2010-11 school year

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Able to perform functional vision and learning media assessments
• Able to interpret medical eye reports as related to educational environments
• Able to modify statewide testing when appropriate
• Able to provide screening and referral procedures to appropriate personnel
• Able to obtain and administer modified standardized testing materials
• Able to work with other agencies in vocational assessment processes
• Able to assist other team members with assistive technology, especially computer-based

Experience:

• None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

• Assist professionals in developing appropriate evaluation and assessment strategies.
• Provide direct instruction to students in order to support their effective use of all equipment or educationally necessary assistive technology.
• Evaluate student progress, document and provide progress notes as per district policy.
• Make instructional modifications as appropriate, and recommend changes as necessary to students’ ARD/IFSPs committees to ensure student success/progress.
• Administer or assist in administering other tests/assessments as appropriate.
• Direct instruction in visual efficiency, communication, Braille, assistive technology, auditory skills, social skills, use of near and low vision devices. Recommend appropriate specialized evaluations as needed, such as low vision, orientation and mobility, and adaptive physical education.
• Recommend modified standardized testing materials (e.g., STAAR in Braille or large print), appropriate test/assessment accommodations, and administer or assist in the administration of tests as needed.
• Work as a liaison with other agencies in the vocational assessment process.
• Support parents of infants, toddlers and preschoolers as they help their children reach developmental milestones with adapted strategies specific to needs related to the visual impairment (services may be in the home, at an early intervention program, or in the community).
• Provide support to students to facilitate development of self-esteem, self-determination, and social acceptance.
• Complete all needed timely documentation of SHARS billable services including personal care services.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluations for Professional Non-Supervisor Personnel..

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting.By applying for thisposition,you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications,interview, andrecommendfor hire.

Probationary contract –187 daysplus 4 days of Alief U professional development for a teacher new to the district

2025-2026 Salary Schedule

Minimumteacher salary is $66,500(base $64,100 +$2,400 TeacherRetentionAllotment (TRA)Stipend)

Salaryis based on187days.If workingless than187days, the salary will be less.

Internal employees: Set to your account to internal before applying athttps://aisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings