Teacher of the Visually Impaired

TITLE: Vision Teacher

REPORTS TO: Program Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or higher with PEL and Teacher of Visually

Impaired endorsement

EVALUATIONS: Conducted on an annual basis in accordance with KASEC

guidelines

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of employment, salary and benefits determined

by the Board of Directors of KASEC

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Skills:

• Develop Individual Educational Programs for students with varying vision impairments.
• • Develop long and short term learning goals and benchmarks according to program guidelines and the IEP.
• Conduct activities reflecting IEP goals and benchmarks.
• Prepare, adapt, and provide instruction for students with vision impairments.
• Adapt curricula and use evidence based teaching practices based on student needs.
• Use technology to support student’s low vision needs in the classroom setting.
• Establish an instructional pace consistent with students' learning process.
• Monitor student performance and progress, adjusting instruction as necessary.
• Compile and maintain necessary records and progress notes.
• Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain orderliness and safety of instructional areas.
Maintain appropriate communication with parents.

Professionalism

• Follow KASEC policies and procedures
• Conduct continual assessment of personal and program effectiveness
• Demonstrate flexibility and be able to adapt to change
• Use judgement appropriately
• Conduct self in appropriate and ethical manner
• Treat others with respect and dignity
• Participate in in-house and outside provided professional growth activities
Dress appropriately and professionally

Communication Skills

• Perform as an integral member of the KASEC team
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters
• Relate in a helpful, positive, and efficient manner with staff, colleagues, and all those in contact with KASEC