Teacher of the Visually Impaired Instructors are expected to:
• Ability to work with a diverse population of students.
• Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
• Collaborate and consult with school organizations, community organizations, therapists, doctors, colleagues, parents regarding recommendations, modifications, and provide resources to meet student learning needs.
• Instruct students in Braille code.
• Perform Functional Visual Evaluations and Learning Media Assessments.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with stakeholders.
• Record and report student progress.
Salary Range: $48,932 - $56,736 based on experience and demonstrated abilities. Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.
Please note that applicants will be reviewed and will be filled on a continuing basis based on program needs.
NYS Certification in Blind and Partially Sighted. Preference given to candidates with Orientation and Mobility certification.
Candidates should possess a broad skill set of effective teaching and learning to engage learners of all levels including, but not limited to:
• Knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments.
• Knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction.
• Knowledge of up to date, available technology to use and teach students.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Promoting equity and culturally responsive practices to create inclusive environments.
Ability to travel between W-FL BOCES sites and component districts in this role shared between component school districts and/or Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES programs