Vision-Impaired Education & CS Teacher

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Special School District is seeking a Middle/High School Teacher for the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired. You will adapt the core curriculum and provide direct instruction in Braille and ASL, collaborating with a support team to promote student independence.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, administering assessments in accessible formats, and integrating assistive technology to enhance learning outcomes for visually impaired students.

Qualifications

• Holds a current Louisiana teaching certificate.
• Holds a current teaching certificate from another state.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; alternative certification path may apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach middle/high school subjects with modified methods for visually impaired students.
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Provide direct instruction in Braille, ASL, and related skills; collaborate with support team.

Skills

Braille reading/writing

ASL (American Sign Language)

Assistive technology integration

Family collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Louisiana teaching certificate

Alternative Certification Candidate

Tools

Screen readers

Hearing aids

Cochlear implants

Job description

The Louisiana Special School District is seeking a Middle/High School Teacher for the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired. You will adapt the core curriculum and provide direct instruction in Braille and ASL, collaborating with a support team to promote student independence.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, administering assessments in accessible formats, and integrating assistive technology to enhance learning outcomes for visually impaired students.