Duties
DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct functional vision assessments and learning media assessments on a regular basis.
- Transcribe print into Braille in an effort to help visually impaired students communicate better.
- Transcribe Braille into print in an effort to help visually impaired students communicate better.
- Coordinate low vision clinics to help facilitate communication and services to low vision students.
- Coordinate the ordering, maintenance, and inventory of all specialized equipment/materials related to the field.
- Prepare paperwork for students’ IEP meetings and participate in IEP meetings on a regular basis.
- Complete quarterly progress reports on the students served.
- Collect and monitor data regarding student progress.
- Establish and maintain open and frequent communication with students’ parents.
- Maintain regular communication with all stakeholders regarding student progress.
- Conduct in-service and professional development training for staff members, parents, and students.
- Consult with teachers, parents, colleagues, administrators, and outside professionals as needed.
- Conduct student observations when necessary.
- Complete paperwork necessary for Medicaid reimbursement.
- Engage in continuing education and professional development activities in order to stay informed about the most recent issues pertinent to the field.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times with regard to students and student information.
- Abide by all applicable laws and comply with all BASSC policies and procedures (e.g. business department, attendance, computer/internet, schedule, internal paperwork, etc.).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions contained in the
“BASSC Procedures and Guidelines for Administrative and Staff Evaluations”.
Qualifications
Illinois Type 10 School Certificate with Visual Impairment Endorsement
Experience working with visually impaired students
Knowledge of the equipment pertinent to blind education
Must meet requirements for IL reimbursement for this position
Highly dependable with excellent communication skills
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Director, in his/her sole and exclusive role, may find appropriate and acceptable
How to Apply
Click on the following link to apply: Teacher of Visually Impaired