Part-time- Itinerant Teacher of the Visually Impaired for Southeastern, MA - #16
Department: Educational Partnerships Program
Duties and Responsibilities: The Itinerant Teacher of the Visually Impaired/Orientation Mobility Specialist provides direct and consultative vision services and/or orientation & mobility services to school aged children and infants, their teachers/professionals and parents in Southeastern, Massachusetts. Some of the children may have additional disabilities. Responsibilities include: Student assessments; direct instruction in Expanded Core Curriculum areas; report writing; accurate record keeping for contract services and billing; development and implementation of vision-related goals and objectives on Individual Education Plans for school aged children and Individual Family Service Plans for infants; consultation to and in-service training for education professionals, early intervention professionals, and families.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Special Education. Must be eligible for Massachusetts teacher certification in Vision Impairments or commitment to acquire such certification within one academic year. Proficiency in Learning Media Assessments and braille instruction. Ability to travel between schools and homes for itinerant services. Valid driver's license and vehicle. Must be able to complete First Aid/CPR Certification.
Preference may be given to applicants with: Master's Degree in Special Education. Dual certification in TVI and O&M (ACVREP certified, or in process), and with prior experience working with infants and toddlers, and students with additional disabilities, including deafblindness.
Benefits: We provide a complete benefits package, which includes, school recesses, sick and personal time, tuition reimbursement, medical and dental insurance, LTD and Life insurance, retirement programs and staff development and training.
Please send cover letter, resume, completed Application for Employment, and salary requirements to:
Employment Manager
Perkins School for the Blind
175 North Beacon Street
Watertown, MA 02472
Fax: 617-972-7635
For more information call 617-972-7235
Email: Employment@Perkins.org