Are you looking for a rewarding teaching position in a beautiful rural community with a small, supportive school environment? Gateway Regional School District has a rare opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI or TSVI) to join our team. Along with a full-time braillist and dedicated paraprofessional support, you'll have the opportunity to provide individualized instruction and make a meaningful impact on each student’s learning journey.
-Enjoy a three-minute walk between buildings on our main campus, and a scenic 15-minute drive to our district’s third school.
-Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to student success.
-Enjoy a warm and welcoming school environment where teamwork and student-centered learning thrive.
-Work with administrators who understand the value and purpose of the work of TVIs.
-Massachusetts DESE licensure in the area of Teacher: Visually Impaired, or eligible for licensure.
-Master’s Degree in Special Education: Visual Impairments OR combined Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a vision education setting.
-Experience working with students who have visual impairments, including students with additional disabilities.
-A comprehensive understanding of the Expanded Core Curriculum and its importance for students with visual impairments.
-Familiarity with the special education process in Massachusetts.
-Strong written and verbal communication skills.
-The ability to prioritize tasks and duties, with a focus on student-centered instruction.
-Hold an unwavering belief that every student can grow and succeed.
Job Responsibilities
-Provide specialized instruction and support for students with visual impairments.
-Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students with visual impairments throughout the district.
-Provide professional development opportunities and support for all staff in the unique learning needs of students with vision impairment.
-Assess students' functional vision, learning media, and expanded core needs to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) or 504 plans, including assessment driven goals and objectives, accommodations, and modifications.
-Work closely with teachers, braillist, paraprofessionals, and families to support student success.
-Teach braille, assistive technology, use of low vision tools, and other adaptive skills as needed.
-Travel to different school sites within the district, as required.
-Coordinate materials acquisition and orders for supplies through resources such as APH, AIM Library, and Federal Quota.
-Work together with community partners, including state agencies such as Massachusetts Commission for the Blind, Department of Developmental Services, and outside evaluators.
Gateway Regional is an EOE