Vision-Ready Teacher for Visually Impaired Students

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 59,884 - 83,979; Full time

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a Teacher of Visually Impaired to provide consultation and direct services to students whose visual functioning affects educational performance. The role collaborates with the IEP team to ensure appropriate support and services.

The position requires a BA degree and a valid New Mexico teaching license with endorsements for the Visually Impaired, plus certification by NM PED.

Qualifications

• BA degree and NM teaching license with endorsements as needed.
• Certified/Licensed by the New Mexico Public Education Department to teach the Visually Impaired.
• Ability to plan, implement, and assess instruction for students with visual impairment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare coherent instruction and set instructional outcomes.
• Create and maintain a respectful learning environment and manage classroom procedures.
• Teach and engage students using appropriate strategies for visual impairment.
• Collaborate with IEP teams and families to support student goals.
• Maintain records, reports, and documentation related to student progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Classroom management

Assessment design

Education

BA degree

Teaching license (NM)

Endorsements for Visually Impaired

Job description

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a Teacher of Visually Impaired to provide consultation and direct services to students whose visual functioning affects educational performance. The role collaborates with the IEP team to ensure appropriate support and services.

The position requires a BA degree and a valid New Mexico teaching license with endorsements for the Visually Impaired, plus certification by NM PED.