Certified Teacher for the Visually Impaired and/or Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Job Description:

Whether you are looking for a part-time or full-time opportunity, we have a place for you as a Teacher for the Visually Impaired and/or an Orientation and Mobility Specialist.  Reach out to us today by submitting your resume to hr@abvisc.org.

Certified Teachers for the Visually Impaired will serve students by:

• Instructing school aged students who are visually impaired or blind to improve educational and independent functioning.
• Assessing developmental, visual, and adaptive needs in the areas of cognition, literacy, social self-help, and other areas specific to low vision and blindness.
• Developing appropriate IEP (individualized education plan).

Certified Orientation and Mobility Therapists will serve individuals by:

• Instructing adults who are visually impaired or blind to improve mobility and independent functioning.
• Addressing all developmental, visual, and adaptive needs including areas of cognition, communication, social, self-help, and other areas specific to low vision/blindness.
• Documenting services provided, travel records and specific data according to the guidelines set forth by ABVI.
• Developing appropriate treatment plans based on assessments.
• Working on-site in client’s natural environment – home, school, or community, to provide instruction.

Qualifications:

ABVI employees enjoy highly competitive pay, SIMPLE IRA with company match, holidays, paid time off, alternative work arrangements, and mileage reimbursement. Full-time employees receive 100% premium paid for Health Insurance. Optional supplemental benefits include Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Life & ADD.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field, early childhood education, elementary education, or special education from an accredited institution. Master’s Degree strongly preferred.

Experience: Two (2) years’ related experience preferred. Recent graduates will be considered.

Licensures and certifications: 

CTVI: Certified Teacher for the Visually Impaired required. Dual certification as TVI and COMS (from Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals) preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license.

COMS: Certification in O&M from Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP). Certified teacher of the visually impaired preferred. Candidates with VRT and/or VI certification will be considered for added responsibilities.

Must have a valid driver’s license.