Visual Impairment Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Agassiz, Canada TEEMA Group Full time

The TEEMA Group is seeking a skilled Visual Impairment Support Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in assisting teachers and certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities for visually impaired students.

**Job Summary:**

This role involves implementing instructional programs designed by certificated staff, instructing students in various subjects, and compiling student assignments and progress. You will also be responsible for performing follow-through activities with visually impaired students, adapting classroom materials, and monitoring student progress and behavior.

**Responsibilities:**

  • Implement instructional programs designed by certificated staff to meet the needs of visually impaired students.
  • Instruct students individually or in small groups in various subjects, including self-care activities and daily living skills.
  • Compile, review, and record student assignments and progress to ensure accurate tracking.
  • Perform consistent follow-through activities with visually impaired students to support their academic and personal growth.
  • Adapt classroom materials to meet the needs of visually impaired students, such as enlarging materials and preparing tactile aids.
  • Monitor student progress and behavior, maintaining communication with school and program staff.
  • Assist students with entering and leaving buildings, moving between classes, and boarding buses, determining the appropriate level of assistance.
  • Support certificated staff with testing students, recording scores, and maintaining related files.

**Required Qualifications:**

  • Knowledge of methods for working with visually impaired students and competency in Braille instruction.
  • Ability to work independently and handle confidential matters, demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Dependable with good attendance and punctuality, holding a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • One year of experience working with visually impaired or multi-disabled children, with relevant education, experience, and training.
  • Licensing and Certification:
    • Completion of 10 hours of continuing education in Braille competency or an accepted Braille competency test.
    • Valid Washington State driver's license.

We offer a competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications. If you are passionate about supporting visually impaired students and have the required skills and qualifications, please reply to this advertisement or email your resume to DSalgado@teemagroup.com. We look forward to connecting with you soon.



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