Special Education Teacher - Visually Impaired

Special Education Teacher - Visually Impaired Job Description Provide appropriate educational services to students determined by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee as visually impaired. Responsibilities To guide each student in developing a positive self‑concept. To guide each student in developing problem‑solving skills appropriate to the student’s potential. To write and implement the IEP as outlined by the ARD Committee. To maintain a positive relationship with student, parent, and all school staff. Other duties as assigned. Treat student as age appropriate for campus. Treat student with dignity and respect. Be consistent with the Behavior Management System. Attend staff development activities and workshops related to the assigned area. Maintain confidentiality on student information. Experience Experience as a special education teacher. Training in specialized techniques for teaching students with visual impairments. Qualifications Education/Certification: BA or BS degree from an accredited university Hold valid Texas teacher certification One of the following certifications: (1) Deficient Vision; (2) Visually Handicapped; or (3) Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments Supplemental: Early Childhood‑Grade 12 Special Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrates skills in positive classroom organization and management which will maximize instructional times. Demonstrates methods to work successfully with students of varying disabilities and learning abilities. Demonstrates skills in specialized techniques for working with visually impaired students. Demonstrates skills in assessing individual student competencies and to develop an appropriate IEP. Demonstrates use of instructional strategies which will increase student achievement. Supervisory Responsibilities Teacher aide(s) as assigned Equipment Used Braille typewriters, equipment for the visually impaired Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environment Factors Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Salary Teacher Pay Scale - go to Human Resources section of webpage and click on "Pay Plans". #J-18808-Ljbffr Conroe Independent School District