Teacher for the Visually Impaired Job at Eleutheria Wellness, Richardson, TX

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  • Eleutheria Wellness
  • Richardson, TX

Job Description

Why Join Us?

At Eleutheria, part of the Point Quest family, we’ve created a place where professionals can do meaningful work while feeling truly supported and valued. We unite a diverse team of therapists, educators, and specialists who share a commitment to helping children and families thrive. Our holistic, neuroscience-informed approach goes beyond simply managing behavioral compliance to address the root causes of challenges, empowering those we serve to reach their full potential.

From our Wellness Center headquarters—home to therapy services, yoga programs, and our own private special education school—to our partnerships with schools and organizations across Arizona, we offer a vibrant, collaborative environment where every team member’s expertise makes a meaningful difference. Whether in the clinic, the classroom, or through professional trainings in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), you’ll be part of a team that shares knowledge, celebrates wins, and grows together.

 

We offer:

  • Part time or Full time Opportunities!
  • CEU Reimbursments
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts 
  • Company-matched retirement plan
  • Paid Sick Leave, and Vacation
  • Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven environment
  • 50% off Yoga Classes

Teacher for the Visually Impaired Key Responsibilities :

  • Student Evaluation & Assessment: Use criterion and norm-referenced tests to assess pupils' visual functioning, communication, motor, social, self-help, academic, vocational, and cognitive skills. Determine eligibility and appropriate placement.
  • IEP Development: Create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) with measurable goals and objectives based on assessments, child development principles, and learning continuums.
  • Instruction & Integration: Teach specialized skills, including braille, orientation and mobility, and use of visual aids. Facilitate student integration into regular education programs and assist in explaining disabilities.
  • Curriculum & Consultation: Develop and deliver curriculum activities that align with students' objectives. Provide consultation and resources to regular classroom teachers.
  • Classroom Management: Maintain a positive learning environment, monitor student progress, and adjust teaching strategies as needed. Prepare and execute daily lesson plans, utilizing diverse materials and techniques.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Accurately complete records and ensure compliance with state regulations and timelines. Attend required meetings and share materials with colleagues.
  • Physical & Mental Requirements: Demonstrate physical stamina, dexterity, and mobility for classroom activities, emergency situations, and itinerant assignments. Maintain mental acuity for data interpretation and problem-solving.
  • Additional Duties: Fulfill other assigned responsibilities as needed.

Teacher for the Visually Impaired Qualifications:

  • Education & Credentials: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution. Education Specialist credential in Visual Impairment. 
  • Specialized Skills:  Each candidate demonstrates the use of common specialized media devices such as closed circuit television, tape recorder, word processors with large print displays, Braille, or voice output capabilities, electronic note takers adaptive materials such as a talking calculator and tactile graphics, understands the psychological, sociological and vocational implications of visual impairment. In addition, each candidate demonstrates knowledge of the vocational implications resulting from attitudes toward visual impairment.
  • Certifications: Valid State Level Certification First Aid and CPR Certification within six months of employment. DOJ/FBI Live Scan Background. Pro-Act, CPI, and/or additional CPR certifications are helpful.
  • Abilities: Valid driver's license and insurability. Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to interact professionally with staff and the public. Effective oral and written communication in English.
  • Desirable Experience: Experience working with children with visual impairments (birth through 21 years) and severe disabilities. Teaching experience in general education settings and proficiency in Sign Language or bilingual skills.

Teacher for the Visually Impaired Physical Demands:

  • Environment : Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
  • Activity : Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Sensory : Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.

This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Flexible hours,

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