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Teacher of the Visually Impaired

CTE at Temple University
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The Westmoreland Intermediate Unit’s mission is to provide a collective support system to enhance educational opportunities for our community and the learners we serve. We are seeking qualified applicants for a Teacher of the Visually Impaired to join our organization. This full-time position includes health/dental/vision benefits coverage year-round, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and participation in the Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS).    

Interested candidates should visit Westmoreland Intermediate Unit - Frontline Recruitment (applitrack.com) to submit their application. The full job description is available below.     

POSITION:                         Teacher of the Visually Impaired (SS-EACBA-TVI)
DIVISION:                          Student Services
SUPERVISOR:                    Supervisor of Special Education 

SUPERVISES:                     No Supervisory Responsibility  

CLASSIFICATION:             Exempt
NUMBER OF DAYS:         187
COMPENSATION 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 preferred 

Minimum Experience: 0-3 Years experience  

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 impaired
  • Knowledge in Assessment procedures
  • Knowledge in Instructional strategies
  • Knowledge in Special Education procedures
  • Skill in Assistive technology
  • Skill in Orientation and mobility
  • Knowledge of documentation standards and demonstrate skill to meet documentation expectations
  • Knowledge of pertinent law and regulations regarding service delivery and Pennsylvania Special Education
  • Ability to work with diverse groups of students in various socioeconomic and multicultural areas
  • Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment

 

Physical/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) Continually
 
While 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 Background Check)
  • Act 34 (PA State Criminal History Clearance)
  • Act 151 (PA Child Abuse History Clearance)
  • Act 126 (Mandated Reporter Training)
  • Act 168 (Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure)
  • Act 24 (Arrest & Conviction Statement)
  • School Personnel Health Record
  • Tuberculosis Test Result

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 Pennsylvania
  • Must have reliable transportation

Westmoreland Intermediate Unit    

102 Equity Drive    

Greensburg, PA 15601    

The Westmoreland Intermediate Unit’s mission is to provide a collective support system to enhance our community’s educational opportunities and the learners we serve.    

The Westmoreland Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.