Visual Impairment Specialist

- Interpret medical eye reports as they relate to educational environments- Contribute to the development of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Program (IEP), with recommendations for goals, modifications, and learning styles- Provide screening and referral procedures to appropriate personnel- Recommend appropriate specialized evaluations and assessments, such as for low vision, orientation and mobility, psychosocial, and adaptive physical education- Consult with diagnosticians, classroom teachers, students, and parents concerning appropriate evaluations, modifications, and test administrations
- Participate in team assessments for students with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities- Work as liaison with other agencies in vocational assessment process- Provide assessment, instruction, and consultation to other educational team members on issues related to assistive technology, especially computer-based assistive technology
- Assist in determining need for and procuring classroom equipment and materials necessary for students with visual impairments to learn (braille, low-vision devices, assistive technology, computer, etc.), including ensuring necessary room modifications and lighting changes- Provide team members with information regarding the specialized strategies needed for success with each VI student.- Consult with other educational team members, including parents and rehabilitation service providers to provide information necessary to maximize incorporation of the expanded core curriculum into the entire instructional settingProvide modified materials to team members- Provide braille, recorded/enlarged materials, and tactile symbols as appropriate for each child.

NB:Administrative/Record Keeping Duties