Teacher of Visually Impaired TVI

Miami Lighthouse for the Blind is Florida's largest and oldest not-for-profit organization serving the needs of the blind and visually impaired. Through education, training, research and vision enhancement, Miami Lighthouse provides hope, confidence, and independence to people of all ages, transforming the lives of over 90,000 blind and visually impaired people annually, from babies to seniors, and their families. Our programs' impact is statewide, national, and international.

Miami Lighthouse is proud to provide one of the most comprehensive benefits programs in the not-for-profit industry. Our benefits package includes life insurance, accident insurance and long term disability at no cost to our employees; voluntary benefits, including health insurance with Florida Blue for which Miami Lighthouse subsidizes a significant portion of the premium, dental, vision, short term disability and supplemental insurance; generous employer funded 401(k); and above average paid days off.

Position Summary: This position provides instruction to children ranging in age from birth to twenty-one years old, develops and implements individualized lesson plans for each student/client. Collaborates with other professionals and serves as a community liaison to ensure quality services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:

· Provides direct instruction in braille and technology to blind and visually impaired children.

· Provides support to instructional staff on how to implement accommodations in the learning environment.

· Adapts the environment for learning.

· Provides support to families on braille instruction.

· Attends IEP meetings as required.

· Provides outreach support and training for children and families.

· Provides direct early intervention support related to clients’ goals.

· Supports all Children’s Programs in varying capacities as needed.

· Maintains professional accreditations, licensing and/or continuing education as required.

· Updates client assessments and reports findings in appropriate database systems.

· Participates in staff conferences and community fairs.

· Participates in the adaptation of curriculum materials based on client needs and advances in the profession.

· Administer the Oregon Project assessment tool with children.

· Collaborates with Miami-Dade County Public Schools instructors and administrators.

· Participates in departmental meetings to review progress of clients as needed.

· Works with administration to advocate for special needs of the blind and visually impaired children.

· Maintains lesson plans and case notes as required.

· Conducts research to contribute to professional journals and stays current of trends in the profession.

· Participates in Professional Associations.

· Complete Functional Vision and Learning Media Assessments and/or other screenings and assessments as required.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Visual Disabilities from an accredited university.

· Fulfill all the Department of Education requirements and keep the Florida Department of Education certifications valid at all times.

· Prior experience with early intervention preferred.

· Completion of DCF Child Care trainings.

· Fulfill the CVI Assessment and Intervention Certification.

· Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time; bend, climb, kneel, and push, lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

· Completion of required trainings within 2 years of hire or as required for curriculum compliance.

· Previous experience working with the visually impaired preferred.

· Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English.

· Proficient in use of computers including Word, Excel and Outlook.

· Ability to learn and use agency’s database and computer network with efficiency.

· Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills.

· Valid Florida Driver’s License and/or ability to travel within the community.

· Strong planning and organizational skills, including ability to manage complex responsibilities.

· Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

· Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

· Ability to respond effectively to complaints or concerns.

· High degree of discretion when dealing with confidential information.

· Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background and drug test screening.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:
• Teacher: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:
• Teaching of the Visually Impaired Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person