Visually Impaired Communication Coach - IEP Support

Burlington Community School District; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Burlington Community School District is seeking an Associate - Communication Coach for the Visually Impaired at North Hill Elementary in Burlington, IA. The role involves coaching and implementing braille-based communication support, coordinating with IEP teams, and helping students engage with general education activities.

Starting wage is $14.94/hr (or $15.34/hr with an associates degree). The position is class B, 7 hours per day, 176 days per year, with responsibility for assistive devices

Qualifications

• Experience providing communication assistance using braille to visually impaired students.
• Ability to understand and implement IEP goals and collaborate with teachers.
• Ability to monitor student progress and document performance data.

Responsibilities

• Provide communication coaching using braille within the educational setting.
• Serve as liaison between general education and IEP team members.
• Operate computers and assistive tech to support participation in class.

Skills

Communication

IEP collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (not required)

Tools

Braille

Assistive technology

Adaptive equipment

Job description

Burlington Community School District is seeking an Associate - Communication Coach for the Visually Impaired at North Hill Elementary in Burlington, IA. The role involves coaching and implementing braille-based communication support, coordinating with IEP teams, and helping students engage with general education activities.

Starting wage is $14.94/hr (or $15.34/hr with an associates degree). The position is class B, 7 hours per day, 176 days per year, with responsibility for assistive devices