Visual Impairment Teacher- San Diego at The Oas Center
Job Summary
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to provide quality, school-based intervention services to children who are presenting with significant visual disorders and delays. This position provides quality, discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, various disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The Visual Impairment Teacher will evaluate children and will develop and monitor individualized goals and plans according to treatment plans and IEPs. Administer standardized assessments and provide parent education and support. Vision Services are provided to students who have a documented visual impairment and who are determined eligible for services through the IEP process.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4+ years) in a related field. 1 year directly related experience in a pediatric setting. Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations (TB) valid within the last year. Current CA Board License Valid Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and reliable transportation excluding virtual providers only. Ability to travel to school sites and/or clinics for in-person providers. Virtual providers are exempt from this requirement. COMPETENCIES: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Enthusiastic, Professional, Responsible Dedicated to work with children with special needs. Ethical Personal Effectiveness/Credibility Communicate in the spirit of cooperation, compassion and openness. Demonstrate cultural competence through understanding others cultures, understanding cultural differences and valuing the importance of culture and valuing the difference. Intermediate skills in Microsoft and Google documents.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4+ years) in a related field. 1 year directly related experience in a pediatric setting. Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations (TB) valid within the last year. Current CA Board License Valid Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and reliable transportation excluding virtual providers only. Ability to travel to school sites and/or clinics for in-person providers. Virtual providers are exempt from this requirement. COMPETENCIES: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Enthusiastic, Professional, Responsible Dedicated to work with children with special needs. Ethical Personal Effectiveness/Credibility Communicate in the spirit of cooperation, compassion and openness. Demonstrate cultural competence through understanding others cultures, understanding cultural differences and valuing the importance of culture and valuing the difference. Intermediate skills in Microsoft and Google documents.
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Possess a clinical knowledge of visual impairments, development, and specialized educational needs.
Provide Braille instruction and transcription.
Provide or model expanded core curriculum areas for the visually impaired
Provide comprehensive assessment of students with vision impairment and perform functional vision and learning media assessments on new referrals and for three-year re-evaluation.
Participate as a specialist in the area of visual impairment in determining eligibility.
Provide direct instruction in compensatory skills as needed in the areas the students may have difficulty with as a result of the visual impairment.
Assist teams to determine assistive technology needs and provide training to ensure access to specially designed instruction and the general education curriculum.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
Participate in the preparation and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) for identified students on caseload.
Prepare records and reports for eligibility evaluations, services IEP/IFSP and transitions according to program procedures or as directed.
Demonstrate knowledge of and follow special education rules, regulations, procedures and timelines of the special education code.
Monitor programs using observation, data collection and pre-post assessment.
Serve as a resource consultant and trainer to provide specialized suggestions and/or materials for use by educators and/or parents and assist with registering students with the appropriate agencies that serve the Visually Impaired.
Manage multiple priorities and timelines.
Provide Orientation and Mobility Instructions as per Certification.
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Possess a clinical knowledge of visual impairments, development, and specialized educational needs.
Provide Braille instruction and transcription.
Provide or model expanded core curriculum areas for the visually impaired
Provide comprehensive assessment of students with vision impairment and perform functional vision and learning media assessments on new referrals and for three-year re-evaluation.
Participate as a specialist in the area of visual impairment in determining eligibility.
Provide direct instruction in compensatory skills as needed in the areas the students may have difficulty with as a result of the visual impairment.
Assist teams to determine assistive technology needs and provide training to ensure access to specially designed instruction and the general education curriculum.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
Participate in the preparation and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) for identified students on caseload.
Prepare records and reports for eligibility evaluations, services IEP/IFSP and transitions according to program procedures or as directed.
Demonstrate knowledge of and follow special education rules, regulations, procedures and timelines of the special education code.
Monitor programs using observation, data collection and pre-post assessment.
Serve as a resource consultant and trainer to provide specialized suggestions and/or materials for use by educators and/or parents and assist with registering students with the appropriate agencies that serve the Visually Impaired.
Manage multiple priorities and timelines.
Provide Orientation and Mobility Instructions as per Certification.