Teacher Consultant for the Visually Impaired

Deadline: May 29, 2026

District/Organization: Genesee Intermediate School District

Position/Type: Other, full time

Salary: commensurate with experience

Position Details

Teacher Consultant for the Visually Impaired

ABOUT US AND OUR CULTURE
At the Genesee Intermediate School District, we are collaborators, leaders, educators, and support staff delivering instructional programs and services in general education, special education, and career technical education to 64,000 students, their families, and over 8,500 educators. GISD values its staff and cultivates positivity in the workplace as we all work together to carry out our mission of leadership, service, and innovation – partnering for success!

GISD promotes a collaborative work environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional growth. We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive culture where all staff members feel valued and respected. Our dedication to professional development is demonstrated through initiatives such as resources for professional learning, mentorship programs, and leadership skill development. We are devoted to creating a thriving organizational culture that benefits not only our staff, but also the students and families we serve.

To learn more about the GISD culture, please click the link below:

GISD Standards, Personalized Service and Quality Programs

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: $52,361 – $92,683 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance with five different plans, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, voluntary insurance options, and a supplemental life program. Employees are entitled to sick time, vacation time, bereavement days, holidays, and longevity pay. Flexible spending accounts (FSA) or healthcare savings accounts (HSA) are available based on the elected medical plan. Additionally, retirement savings plans are provided through the State of Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS). These benefits are available after just one full day of employment.

LOCATION
Special Education Services
5075 Pilgrim Road
Flint, MI 48507

ROLE AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Teacher Consultant for the Visually Impaired provides instructional services to students with a visual impairment or students with a visual impairment in combination with additional disabilities ages 0-26. The Teacher Consultant for the Visually Impaired provides pre-referral and consultation services to students, parents and staff. Conducts evaluations and provides information for Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) meetings, Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), Individualized Education Planning Team (IEPT) and related agencies.

Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to):

• Provides curriculum consultation and in-services to school and agency personnel, parents and medical personnel.

• Provides instruction in communication skills, personal adjustment, prevocational and technology skills, and low vision aids to students.

• Provides coordination for adaptive equipment and transcription of education materials into Literary and/or Nemeth Braille code.

• Provides or coordinates technology and materials in taped, Braille or enlarged print. Also provides the use of tactile skills, and/or other appropriate materials for students with a visual impairment.

• Assists in the coordination of services with various agencies and individuals serving students with visual problems, including obtaining and interpreting ophthalmological, optometric and functional vision reports.

• Provides liaison services for Genesee Intermediate School District center-based students and outreach services.

• Provides information to parents and students regarding instructional services and community agencies serving the visually impaired.

• Completes evaluations for METs, IFSP’s, IEPs and when appropriate assists with establishing goals and objectives specific to the student’s needs.

• Consistently models Win-Win leadership.

Other Duties:

• May serve as a resource for the development of department budget and strategic plan goals related to the assigned area.

• May serve as a resource person to local school district school improvement teams related to the assigned area of responsibility.

• May represent the district on various community agencies and professional organizations as appropriate to the assigned area.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Education: Master’s degree required for Teacher Consultant; Valid Michigan teacher certificate eligible for approval through the Michigan Department of Education with an endorsement in one or more areas of special education. Endorsement in Visual Impairment required. Certification in Orientation and Mobility preferred.

Experience:
Minimum of three years of satisfactory teaching experience for Teacher Consultant; not less than two years of teaching the visually impaired preferred.

Skills/Other:
Knowledge and competencies in the following areas: consultative skills, instructional methods for the visually impaired, time management techniques, diagnostic techniques for the visually impaired, computers and technology for the visually impaired, team planning and organizational abilities. Ability to travel to and from the intermediate school district, constituent school districts and other agencies in the service area. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communication. Demonstrates mental/physical ability and stamina for meeting the essential duties of the administrative guidelines. Ability to use district technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skills sets change with technology and/or the needs of the district. Punctuality and good attendance are requirements for the position. Ability to work a flexible workday, work week and work year. Represents the intermediate school district in a professional manner at all times. Works successfully as a member of the team.

DEADLINE AND APPLICATION PROCESS
Current GISD employees who wish to apply for the vacancy should apply online using the job postings link accessible from the home page of the GISD website. Under the job postings category, select the link titled Current Genesee ISD Employees – click here for vacancies, located under the “Internal Staff” heading.

External candidates may apply by selecting the Apply link above and completing the online application and uploading a resume.

• If you do not have access to a scanner, plan to bring this documentation, if you are selected to interview.
• Transcripts printed from the Internet are not acceptable.
• Please do not send paper documentation to Human Resources.

Join us in shaping the future of education. Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and any other relevant documents to the GISD Human Resources department. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join a forward-thinking team that makes a lasting impact on students, families and the community.

Apply today to become a part of the Genesee Intermediate School District team!

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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