Vision-Impaired Education Specialist (TVI/COMS)

Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving expenses

Bonuses for tenure

Professional development opportunities

Office space, laptop, and iPad provided

Mentorship from peers

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired is seeking a full-time Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) in Burlington, Vermont. This role involves conducting vision assessments, providing braille instruction, and supporting children with visual impairments.

With a supportive team of TVIs, you will also conduct lessons in the Expanded Core Curriculum, assist families, and collaborate with service providers. The position includes moving expenses, bonuses for tenure, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Required to provide direct instruction in the Expanded Core Curriculum.
• Experience working with children with and without disabilities.
• Ability to conduct vision assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vision assessments for students.
• Provide braille instruction and assistive technology support.
• Consult with schools, families, and service providers.

Skills

Vision assessments

Braille instruction

Assistive technology

Consultation skills

Education

Certification as Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Certification as Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)

Job description

Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired is seeking a full-time Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) in Burlington, Vermont. This role involves conducting vision assessments, providing braille instruction, and supporting children with visual impairments.

With a supportive team of TVIs, you will also conduct lessons in the Expanded Core Curriculum, assist families, and collaborate with service providers. The position includes moving expenses, bonuses for tenure, and professional development support.