Special Education Vision Teacher

Overview

POSITION TITLE:

Vision Teacher (Special Education)

DEPARTMENT:
All Levels

REPORTS TO:

Principal and Special Education Director

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE:

190 days

DATE REVIEWED: 01/2026

Salary And Benefits

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Maintains an up-to-date, in-field certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission; salary and length of contract to be established by the Board of Education.

To plan for and to provide appropriate learning experiences and educational opportunities for students with disabilities assigned to the classroom. Provides instruction and support in adaptive reading, math, and other skills and techniques specific to students with visual impairments (VI) in our local school districts.

• Instructs students in reading and writing skills, using magnification equipment and large print material and/or Braille.
• Instructs students with VI in various assistive technology devices (CCTV, iPad), equipment, and software (JAWS, MAGic, etc.) designed for blind/visually impaired.
• Confers, consults, and collaborates with teachers, parents, local and ISD administrators, related service providers, and other staff to develop individual education programs and appropriate data-driven instructional support for students with VI.
• Plans and prepares lessons, and produces other adaptive instructional materials, according to grade and functioning level of students.
• Transcribes lessons and other materials into Braille for blind students or large print for low vision students.
• Reviews and corrects completed assignments, using such aids as Braille writer, slate and stylus, or computer.
• Provides instructional support for students in academic subject areas and provides instruction in expanded core curriculum such as daily living skills and community-based instruction.
• Encourages students to participate in verbal and sensory classroom learning experiences to ensure their comprehension of subject matter, development of social skills, and ability to identify objects encountered in daily living.
• Conduct formal and informal assessments of students to assist in the determination of visual impairment (VI) eligibility and present level of academic and functional performance and the impact of vision loss in the school environment.
• Completes timely written Evaluation and Eligibility reports and other written evaluation and progress reports for students with VI.
• Develops, facilitates, and/or participates in Individual Education Program (IEP) team meetings for students with VI, following all required rules and local procedures.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate and timely data collection systems and records including, but not limited to lesson plans, weekly schedule, VI equipment inventories, student progress on IEP goals/objectives, and information required for Medicaid billing.
• Consults with parents by discussing how parents can encourage student's independence, well-being and provides guidance in using community resources.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervises classroom, students, paraprofessional (if applicable), and volunteers.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC)-approved college or university required. Must have a valid in-field teaching certificate. Previous teaching experience preferred. Experience in teaching in Special Education preferred.

Certification in Fields 805, 798, 876* - required, 941, 921, 911, 931. Certification in field 810 would be preferred as well as GaPSC - College Degree or Certificate in Orientation and Mobility - School Based Experience Highly Preferred.

• Must read, produce and be able to teach Braille proficiently using best practice.
• Must know how to use and teach abacus and various other apparatus used by the blind/visually impaired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work successfully with staff, students, parents, community agencies, and advocacy groups.
• Experience teaching students with visually impairments. Evidence of good time management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of print alternatives (i.e., Braille and auditory techniques) for students with visual impairment.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment for students with visual impairment.

Performance of this job shall be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.

To perform the duties of this job, the employee must stand, walk, sit, or hear. Lifting up to 30 pounds may be required on an occasional…