Teacher, Visually Impaired​/Orientation and Mobility; TVI​/O&M

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a Teacher, Visually Impaired/Orientation and Mobility (TVI/O&M) position.

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement

• Colorado State Teacher of the Visually Impaired License required
• Minimum Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. The area of study must be a graduation from an accredited college or university training program for Teachers of the Visually Impaired.
• Previous work experience in this area includes specialized training as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired and an Orientation and Mobility Specialist, supporting students with visual impairments and deaf-blindness.
• Hold a Colorado Teacher of the Visually Impaired license and a Special Education Specialist:
  Visually Impaired or Severe Needs Vision endorsement.
• Hold or obtain a School Orientation and Mobility Specialist endorsement. Earn ACVREP Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist certification within two years of hire.
• Earn the CDE Certificate of Braille Competency by the end of the first instructional year.
• Complete the APS Linguistically Diverse Educator Certificate Program within three years. Understand the APS Strategic Plan.

• Conduct functional vision assessments and Expanded Core Curriculum evaluations.
• Determine eligibility for vision-related educational services and develop individualized plans.
• Provide specialized instruction and orientation and mobility training.
• Adapt materials and environments to support student access.
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and district personnel.
• Maintain required documentation and communicate student progress.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.