TITLE: Vision Teacher

 

REPORTS TO: Program Supervisor 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or higher with PEL and Teacher of Visually  

                                      Impaired endorsement

                                    

EVALUATIONS: Conducted on an annual basis in accordance with KASEC   

                                    guidelines 

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of employment, salary and benefits determined  

by the Board of Directors of KASEC

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

 

Technical Skills:

• Develop Individual Educational Programs for students with varying vision impairments. 
• Develop long and short term learning goals and benchmarks according to program guidelines and the IEP. 
• Conduct activities reflecting IEP goals and benchmarks. 
• Prepare, adapt, and provide instruction for students with vision impairments. 
• Adapt curricula and use evidence based teaching practices based on student needs. 
• Use technology to support student’s low vision needs in the classroom setting.
• Establish an instructional pace consistent with students' learning process. 
• Monitor student performance and progress, adjusting instruction as necessary. 
• Compile and maintain necessary records and progress notes. 
• Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team. 
• Maintain orderliness and safety of instructional areas. 
• Maintain appropriate communication with parents. 

 

Professionalism

• Follow KASEC policies and procedures 
• Conduct continual assessment of personal and program effectiveness
• Demonstrate flexibility and be able to adapt to change
• Use judgement appropriately
• Conduct self in appropriate and ethical manner
• Treat others with respect and dignity
• Participate in in-house and outside provided professional growth activities
• Dress appropriately and professionally

 

Communication Skills

• Perform as an integral member of the KASEC team
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters 
• Relate in a helpful, positive, and efficient manner with staff, colleagues, and all those in contact with KASEC