Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments- School Age (TVI)

Job Description

Job Description

Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments

Family of Kidz is hiring and has immediate openings! If you enjoy working with children in an engaging and high-energy environment, apply now!

Details about this opportunity:

Location: Ossining, NY

Status: Fee for Service

Hours: Availability during and/or after school

Compensation: Fee for Service: $60-$80/hour

**Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition the position posted may be either full-time or fee-for-service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.**

What we have to offer YOU:

Family of Kidz Part Time offerings include:

PART TIME BENEFITS:
We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for our employees who work 25 or more hours per week (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Legal and Pet Insurance)

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Full-Time Opportunities Available
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

Responsibilities:

• Initial and on-going assessments designed for blind and visually impaired
• Provide instruction and support to students in the development and
  maintenance of skills specified in the students' IEP/IFSP
• Ongoing communication with lead supervisors and school team.
• Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billing on a daily basis.
• Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practice approach
  and continue personal development.
• Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Attend CSE/CPSE/IFSP meetings.

About You:

If you have these attributes:

• Passionate about working with children and their families
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
• Self-starter and independent problem solver
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
• Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
• Must be a team-player

And this background:

• NYS Certification Teacher of Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired
  (TVI)
• Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting
  children and their families preferred
• Bilingual is a plus

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

Why Join our Family?

Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child's needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.

Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.