Special Education Visual Impairment & Secondary Transition Specialist

Job Goal:

To provide supplemental services necessary to increase the achievement of students with visual impairments and provide training and technical assistance in IDEA Secondary Transition.

Qualifications and Experience

• Masters degree in education or related Field
• Knowledge of best practices regarding special education rules and regulations in Visual Impairment and secondary transition
• Visual Impairment Certification EC-12 or other visual impairment certification
• Minimum of five years of recent teaching and/or supervision in the field of visual impairment

Special Knowledge & Skills

• A high degree of professionalism including strong organization communication and public relations skills
• Ability to establish rapport and work in collaboration with public schools ESC and state personnel
• Presentation skills; ability to provide professional development to educators
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to utilize technology effectively
• Willingness to travel frequently

Major Responsibilities

• Determine regional needs and develop a comprehensive longitudinal service delivery system materials and services
• Coordinate the development and implementation of a regional plan of services for students with visual impairments
• Provide forums for teachers of students with visual impairments
• Coordinate a Low Vision Clinic
• Provide technical assistance to school personnel throughout the region
• Coordinate staff development/in-service education of personnel serving students with visual impairments
• Interface with agencies/resources serving persons with visual impairments
• Assist in the development and administration of grant applications and department budgets
• Advise district personnel on the Annual Registration of Students with Visual Impairments
• Distribute SSVI funds to eligible LEAs
• Participate in School Improvement activities when requested/needed
• Assist in recruiting personnel related to the field
• Provide recommendations for the purchase of specialized technology and equipment for the visually impaired requisition inventory check-out and repair
• Fulfill TEAs grant(s) (formerly called Network) activities/responsibilities
• Perform other duties that may be assigned
• Provide technical assistance and training to LEA personnel in the area of Secondary Transition
• Assist districts with revising and improving IDEA secondary transition procedures

Supervisor Responsibilities:

None

Terms of Employment

Commensurate with experience

Equipment Used

Standard office equipment including personal computers and peripherals

Working Conditions

• Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
• Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching
• Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• May work prolonged or irregular hours
• Work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control under stress

Application Details

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Contact: Robbie Moralez

Required Experience:

IC