Outreach Teacher

School Educator II (NS)

Governor Morehead School (GMS) is the flagship school in North Carolina that serves the special needs of visually impaired students, in a unique residential setting. Apart from its flagship status as the only residential school in the state for visually impaired students, GMS is renowned for its excellent program in Orientation and Mobility as well as its Braille Music program.

The Outreach Teacher primarily reports to the Principal of The Governor Morehead School for the Blind (GMS) and the Director of Outreach Services. The Outreach Teacher is a GMS ambassador, and is responsible for providing consultation, evaluation assistance, technical assistance, and instructional support to students who are blind or visually impaired across North Carolina. The Outreach Teacher builds the capacity of local education agencies, charter schools, and community partners to effectively serve students with visual impairments through direct services, professional development, collaboration, and resource coordination. Additionally, the Outreach Teacher supports Outreach Programs that include Short-Course Weeks and Short-Term Weeks, and School Summer Programs. This is a 12-month position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of best practices in visual impairment education.
• Skill in adapting curriculum and instructional materials to ensure accessibility.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze student data and make informed instructional recommendations.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible travel schedule.
• Friendly and able to interact professionally and positively with staff, students, parents, and community members
• Ability to multi-task giving priority to the most important duties
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong technology skills including use of PowerSchool, Excel, Word, email, text, phone, and other common workplace applications or tools.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or Visual Impairment
• Visual impairment education experience
• Itinerant teaching experience (preferred)
• Orientation and Mobility instructional experience (preferred)
• Assistive Technology instructional experience (preferred)

Certification and License Requirements

• Valid North Carolina licensure as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Orientation and Mobility Specialist Certification (ACVREP or NOMC)
• Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist
• Experience mentoring or coaching educators
• Experience delivering professional development to adult learners
• Knowledge of federal and state special education regulations
• Experience working in outreach or school for the blind

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all School Board Policies
• Instructional and Assessment Services
  • Provide direct instructional support to students who are blind or visually impaired, as assigned.
  • Deliver instruction in braille literacy, assistive technology, low vision skills, and Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) areas.
  • Conduct and interpret Functional Vision Assessments (FVA), Learning Media Assessments (LMA), and ECC assessments.
  • Assist IEP teams in developing appropriate goals, accommodations, and service recommendations.
  • Support transition planning from early childhood through post-secondary programming.
• Consultation and Collaboration
  • Serve as a consultant to local education agencies and related service providers.
  • Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions as requested.
  • Provide mentoring and coaching to Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVIs), Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and other educational professionals.
  • Collaborate with families to promote understanding of vision-related educational needs and available services.
  • Serve as a liaison between GMS and assigned local school districts.
• Professional Development
  • Develop and deliver workshops, in-service training, and professional learning opportunities for educators, administrators, paraprofessionals, and families.
  • Provide guidance in curriculum adaptation, accessible materials production, and assistive technology integration.
  • Support statewide initiatives aligned with North Carolina Department of Public Instruction priorities.
  • Contribute to the development of outreach resources, toolkits, and digital materials.
• Program Support and Outreach
  • Coordinate and conduct outreach visits throughout the state.
  • Represent GMS at conferences, community events, and interagency meetings.
  • Maintain collaborative partnerships with schools, agencies, and community organizations.
  • Support the overall mission and strategic goals of GMS.
• Documentation and Compliance
  • Maintain accurate records of outreach services, consultations, and instructional activities.
  • Submit required reports for program evaluation, compliance, and funding purposes.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach services.

Working Conditions

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. Must be able to communicate effectively. At times requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise objects up to ten pounds. The work requires frequent operation of automotive equipment. Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for sedentary work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Must be able to work in an office environment and come into direct contact with school/district staff, families, and members of the community.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter: Nicole Rachel Clark