Teacher of the Visually Impaired
Westmoreland Intermediate Unit - Greensburg, Pennsylvania, United States, 15601![Westmoreland Intermediate Unit](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Date Posted:7/1/2024
Location:Westmoreland County (Various Sites)POSITION:
Teacher of the Visually Impaired (SS-EACBA-TVI)DIVISION:
Student ServicesSUPERVISOR:
Student Services SupervisorSUPERVISES:
No Supervisory ResponsibilityCLASSIFICATION:
ExemptNUMBER OF DAYS:
187 DaysCOMPENSATION PLAN:
Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
Education and Experience:Minimum Education: BA/BS and PA Certificate: Instructional I Special Education-Blind/Visual Impairments or Educational Specialist I: Visual Impairments; In addition, Special Education Teacher certification preferredMinimum Experience: 0-3 Years experience
The annual salary range for this position is $49,845-$91,045 for a qualified candidate with a Bachelors Degree, and $50,845-$92,045 for qualified candidates with a Masters Degree. Salary step credit will be given for verified/approved professional experience, based on our board policy.
General Definition:The Teacher of the Visually Impaired is responsible for the screening, assessment and development of individual education plans for blind/visually impaired students, and adhering to the applicable laws and policies that govern special education. An educator certified in this field may provide staff development services regarding their collegial studies/skills and may serve in the role of mentor, advisor, consultant, and advocate for the students in which they service. Teachers of the visually impaired also assist students in understanding the expanded core curriculum as well other curricular materials related to the subject areas, and make the necessary adaptations and modifications, in accordance with their students' individual programs. This professional is responsible for meeting the duties of teaching as outlined in CSPG No. 60, laws, Board Policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Description of Duties:
Participate in IEP Team meetings.Conduct initial, interim and annual Individual Educational Plan Conferences.Prepare, implement and revise, as necessary, students' Individual Educational Plans.Prepare and follow lesson plans for daily individual and group instruction.Assess students' performances in relation to curricular goals and objectives specified in their Individual Educational Plans.Recommend students for related services and coordinate such services with classroom activities.Integrate and reinforce students' regular and special education activities.Plan for and direct other assisting personnel such as instructional aides and student teachers.Organize classroom in an attractive and functional manner.Inventory, maintain and request materials and equipment.Maintain and disseminate student progress, attendance and child tracking information.Participate as a staff member of the assigned school building(s).Participate in applicable due process procedures.Pursue professional growth and development.Represent the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit in a professional manner, consulting either the building principal or supervisor where procedures are in doubt.Develop a reporting system so that parent contact is part of an annual routine.Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director or designee.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge in Area of blindness and visually impairedKnowledge in Assessment proceduresKnowledge in Instructional strategiesKnowledge in Special Education proceduresSkill in Assistive technologySkill in Orientation and mobilityKnowledge of documentation standards and demonstrate skill to meet documentation expectationsKnowledge of pertinent law and regulations regarding service delivery and Pennsylvania Special EducationAbility to work with diverse groups of students in various socioeconomic and multicultural areas.Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environmentPhysical/Environment Requirements:The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential function
of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions .
(O) Occasionally - (OE) Occasionally Essential - (F) Frequently - (C) ContinuallyWhile performing the duties of the job, the employee must (F) Sit, (O) Walk, (O) Stand,(O) Sprint/Running,(O) Bend/twist at the neck more than the average person,(O) Bend/twist at the trunk more than the average person,(O) Squat/stoop/kneel,(O) Reach forward,(F) Repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times (e.g. data entry),(F) Hand/grip strength,(F) Drive on the job,(F) Type non-stop,(O) Manual dexterity (e.g. opening items),(F) Use finger dexterity (e.g. typing, manipulative), Lift up to 10 pounds from,(F) Floor to waist, Lift up to 10 pounds from,(F) Waist to shoulder, Lift up to 10 pounds from,(O) Shoulder to overhead, Lift up to 11 to 15 pounds from,(O) Floor to waist,(O) Push/pull 25 to 50 pounds, Examples of items that are pushed or pulled,(O)boxes, tables, wheelchairs Terrain items pushed or pulled on is,(O) Carpeted floor, Terrain items pushed or pulled on is, Terrain items pushed or pulled on is,(O) Tiled floor,(F) Carry 10 to 25 pounds, Example of and distance that items are carried,(F)Computer, briefcase, printer at least 25 yards.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Other:Act 114 (Federal Criminal History), Act 34, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History Clearance and Act 126 (Mandatory Reporter) clearances as well as valid PA driver's license.Clearances must be current within 5 years from date of hire and a School Personnel Health Record current within 1 year from date of hire accompanied by Tuberculosis Test Result within 3 months of date of hire.
Travel Requirements:
A minimal to moderate amount of travel is required for this position within Westmoreland County and throughout the Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaMust have reliable transportation