Visually Impaired SPED Teacher — Lead & Grow

Katy ISD; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD is seeking a qualified teacher to provide instructional services to students identified as visually impaired under the supervision of the Instructional Officer for Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Visually Impaired and AT. The role requires a Texas certification in vision impairment and a bachelor’s degree, plus the ability to collaborate with school teams and families.

The position includes developing educational programs, assisting with assessments, attending ARD-IEP meetings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• Valid Texas certificate in visually impaired field.
• Ability to work effectively with school and community.
• Experience in providing instruction to visually impaired students.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to local, state and federal guidelines in the delivery of services to visually impaired students.
• Assist in appropriate areas of assessment and evaluation.
• Assist in interpretation of data.
• Develop educational programs for eligible visually impaired students.
• Complete required local, state and federal forms for visually impaired students.
• Assist in general education and/or special education classes when appropriate.
• Communicate regularly with general education, special education and parents/guardians regarding student progress/needs/concerns.
• Assist in maintaining audit folders of visually impaired students.
• Attend ARD-IEP meetings for students with visual impairments.
• Maintain current in the field of visual impairments and participate in workshops/trainings.
• Maintain district travel records and complete documentation on time.

Skills

Visual impairment instruction

School/community collaboration

Adaptive instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Texas certificate in visual impairment

Job description

Katy ISD is seeking a qualified teacher to provide instructional services to students identified as visually impaired under the supervision of the Instructional Officer for Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Visually Impaired and AT. The role requires a Texas certification in vision impairment and a bachelor’s degree, plus the ability to collaborate with school teams and families.

The position includes developing educational programs, assisting with assessments, attending ARD-IEP meetings, and