Job Information
Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) 2024-25 School Year in Newark, New York
Please note that applicants will be reviewed and will be filled on a continuing basis based on program needs.
BOCES as assigned Learn more about our programs by clicking HERE (https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1662991896/wflbocesorg/iogw3c50iwbxdoegejrm/P-16InfoBrochure.pdf)
Salary Range: $50,027 - $58,370, based on experience and demonstrated abilities. Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance. Learn more about our benefits by clicking HERE (https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1647439138/wflbocesorg/yw0huu1dsugzkat3ygvb/WFLBOCESBenefitsBrochure.pdf)
Start Date: 8/28/2024 Learn more about our instructional calendar by clicking HERE (https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1707490142/wflbocesorg/rgg8pifli2dbjdwrs7q4/WAYNE-FINGERLAKESBOCESINSTRUCTIONALCALENDAR20242025.pdf)
Teacher of the Visually Impaired Instructors are expected to:
• Ability to work with a diverse population of students. • Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning. • Collaborate and consult with school organizations, community organizations, therapists, doctors, colleagues, parents regarding recommendations, modifications, and provide resources to meet student learning needs. • Instruct students in Braille code. • Perform Functional Visual Evaluations and Learning Media Assessments. • Communicate regularly and effectively with stakeholders. • Record and report student progress.
W-FL BOCES job descriptions including access to those titles which fall under Ontario County Civil Service, are available by clicking HERE (https://www.wflboces.org/operations-and-management/human-resources/job-descriptions) or by visiting www.wflboces.org and searching “job descriptions.”
Job Qualifications
NYS Certification in Blind and Partially Sighted. Preference given to candidates with Orientation and Mobility certification.
Candidates should possess a broad skill set of effective teaching and learning to engage learners of all levels including, but not limited to:
•Knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments. •Knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction. •Knowledge of up to date, available technology to use and teach students. •Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team. •Excellent written and oral communication skills. •Promoting equity and culturally responsive practices to create inclusive environments.
Ability to travel between W-FL BOCES sites and component districts in this role shared between component school districts and/or Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES programs
Application Deadline:07/17/2024