Blind and Visually Impaired Teacher

ORLEANS/NIAGARA BOCES Blind and Visually Impaired Teacher Job Description: Itinerant teacher to service students throughout Orleans and/or Niagara Counties receiving Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Vision teacher services in component school district and BOCES buildings in grades kindergarten through 12. The teacher must demonstrate the ability to align lessons to the New York State Standards. The teacher must demonstrate the ability to plan and implement engaging learning activities and deliver instruction based upon an individual's needs (aligned to the IEP or Section 504 Plan). The teacher must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate and interact with parents, teachers and students. Orientation and Mobility Specialist Certification is desired. The individual must have or be eligible for appropriate teaching certification upon hire. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned. The assignment is subject to change. Requirement: Blind and Visually Impaired New York State Certification Anticipated Salary: $54,000-$92,000 commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package available.