Teacher of Visually Impaired in Puyallup, WA
Make a positive impact on students’ lives by providing essential support as a teacher for the visually impaired in a dynamic educational setting near Puyallup, WA. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work closely with students who are blind or have low vision, collaborating with staff to create an accessible and enriching learning environment.
Key Qualifications:
- Certification and endorsement in teaching students with visual impairments (TVI)
- Orientation and Mobility (O&M) certification or training preferred
- Previous experience working in a school setting with blind and visually impaired students
- Ability to adapt instruction and materials to individual student needs
- Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
Core Responsibilities:
- Deliver approximately 570 minutes of vision services to students, adapting lessons and technology to maximize access to curriculum
- Lead staff training sessions on best practices and strategies to support visually impaired learners in the Fall
- Provide approximately 300 minutes of direct Orientation and Mobility instruction, fostering students’ independence and safe navigation skills
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including classroom teachers, therapists, and administrative staff, to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Assess student progress, adjust instructional approaches, and maintain accurate documentation
- Serve as a resource and advocate for students and families, supporting smooth transitions and empowering student self-advocacy
Enjoy the opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment, broaden your expertise, and make a tangible difference in students’ academic and life skills development. If you’re dedicated to empowering students and equipping staff with the knowledge to foster inclusion, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step in your professional journey!
Compensation for this position ranges from $30.50 to $50.50. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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