Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Lighthouse Central Florida is a mission-driven, values-based organization providing an optimal blend of rehabilitation training services and real-world applications to help individuals of all ages, who live with any degree of vision loss to adjust to their reality with grace and confidence so they can remain active, productive members of our community. We are seeking a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) who will provide expertise and collaborate on vision‑specific program curricula for the Children’s Program. This role will participate in and support all other aspects of the Children’s/Transition Program and the values and mission of Lighthouse Central Florida as a rehabilitation team member and maintain the confidentiality of program participants following State and Federal regulations. Essential Job Requirements Conduct comprehensive assessments and functional vision evaluations (if they do not have them from school) to establish, in consultation with parent(s) or guardian, an Individual Service Plan including immediate and long-term goals and including intake, assessment, and instruction based on established individual goals and professional standards. Attend program events on Wednesday afternoons, some Friday afternoons, and some weekends, and the summer programming. Coordinate the implementation of service plans and curricula with other team members. May provide home, community, and center-based instruction appropriate to the child’s needs. If required, collaborate with other community agencies as a member of the child’s and family’s IEP team and, if needed, collaborate with local school districts as a member of the child’s IEP team. Complete required reports to document the child’s progress, including assessments, goals, daily and monthly progress reports, and data entry. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Disabilities Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, or other related degree required. A Master’s Degree from an accredited university emphasizing Orientation and Mobility is preferred. License and Certification A minimum of one certification and progress toward certification is required: TVI (Teacher of the Visually Impaired) State of Florida. Dual TVI (Teacher of the Visually Impaired) State and (O&M) Orientation & Mobility Specialist. Must complete the following upon hire: Recreational Safety Supports: CPR – First Aid. Experience A minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching or working with children with a disability is preferred. Demonstrated Knowledge and Skills Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possess a working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Possess an ability to utilize the database for client demographics, documentation, and agency reports. Possess practical organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Moderate physical effort is required. Moderate ability to move and lift items, usually up to 40 lbs. Strength to physically assist visually impaired and multi-handicapped children. Climbing stairs, walking. Reaching and grasping, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Stooping, kneeling, bending, and crouching to work with children on the floor. Ability to actively participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor field trips. Ability to move about independently. Prolonged standing upon occasion, prolonged sitting at a workstation. Requirements Maintain required certification and license. Travel over 50% and possess reliable transportation. Hold a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and proof of insurance. Must pass Level II background checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired