<p>Position Type:</p> <p>Special Education/Teacher of the Visually Impaired</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>8/20/2025</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Student Services</p> <p>Date Available:</p> <p>2025-26 School year</p> <p>Closing Date:</p> <p>08/28/2025 until filled</p> <p>District:</p> <p>&nbsp Livonia Public Schools&nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide</p> <p>JOB DESCRIPTION</p> <p>Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified teacher of the visually impaired. The primary responsibility will be providing specialized instruction and support to meet the needs of visually impaired students, ages 5-26 years, in various instructional settings. This position requires proficient Braille and tactile graphic skills, and familiarity with technology for the visually impaired. Knowledge of various eye conditions, interpreting the educational implications, and providing training to school personnel and families, are requirements for this role. An understanding of the current IEP process is necessary for service coordination.</p> <p>DISTRICT OVERVIEW:</p> <p>Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K - post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.</p> <p>BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:</p> <p>Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.</p> <p>As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. You will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:</p> </li><li> <p>The district's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.</p> </li><li> <p>Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.</p> </li><li> <p>Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.</p> </li><li> <p>Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify.</p> </li><li> <p>Dental, vision, and life insurance:</p> </li><li> <p>The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.</p> </li><li> <p>Long-term disability coverage:</p> </li><li> <p>The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.</p> </li><li> <p>Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members. This includes a completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.</p> </li><li> <p>Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.</p> </li><li> <p>Longevity pay.</p> </li><li> <p>Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days.</p> </li></ul> <p>Additionally, the children of employees working 20+ hours, living outside the district's attendance boundaries, are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Administration in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in the area of visual impairment preferred </li><li>Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate and willingness to join the Visual Impairment Consortium for Teacher Preparation. </li><li>A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students </li><li>Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships </li><li>Skills in individualizing instruction </li><li>Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders. </li><li>Superior verbal and written communication skills </li><li>Must have a knowledge of federal and state special education laws and requirements </li><li>A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students </li><li>Must have a knowledge of the organization and administration of local, county and state agencies and their services for students </li><li>Work cooperatively with VI consultants and RESA support staff </li></ul> <p>MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Utilizes comprehensive vision assessments which may include functional low vision, learning media, Braille skills, independent living skills </li><li>Provides instruction in the expanded core curriculum </li><li>Provides accommodations/modifications to educational materials and the environment </li><li>Recommends and instructs student and/or staff and family in vision devices, equipment, and technology appropriate to student needs to be participants in the classroom activities </li><li>Supports the student in academic content/concepts as needed </li><li>Train's school personnel, classmates, and family on eye conditions and student needs </li><li>Coordinates and/or participates in the IEP process on an annual basis </li><li>Attends professional learning opportunities to expand and keep current on visual impairments and services </li><li>Follows all District guidelines, protocols, and procedures </li><li>Executes other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by building administrator </li></ul> <p>CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:</p> <p>The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association. The deadline for applications is minimally 4:00 pm on August 28, 2025. This position will remain open until the position is filled.</p> <p>APPLICATIONS:</p> <p>All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application.</p> <p>06-20-22-fab</p> <p>The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2521. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.</p> <p>Attachment(s):</p> <ul> <li>VI Teacher-Consultant 8-21-25.pdf </li></ul>