The teachers for the Blind and Visually Impaired shall possess the knowledge to be able to ensure that a student with a vision impairment or blindness is provided equal access to their education. They will be able to assist the school system in acquiring the necessary specialized materials to educate the students and be able to adapt and transcribe materials into Braille, Large Print, or tactile format as needed. They will be proficient in effective teaching strategies to enhance use of remaining functional vision, tactual skills, and Braille instruction. . The contractor must offer qualified staff that meet professional regulatory requirements for the Teachers of the Visually Impaired as defined in the Delaware regulations. Teachers for the Blind and Visually Impaired shall provide the following services. These services may include, but are not limited to: Ensure that each student has updated Functional Vision Assessments (FVA), Learning Media Assessments (LMA) and other evaluations as appropriate. Conduct or participate in assistive technology evaluations as appropriate. Refer students for Orientation and Mobility (O&M) evaluations as appropriate. Refer students for low vision exams conducted by low vision practitioners as appropriate. Refer students for Vocational Rehabilitation, Independent Living, and Assistive Technology as appropriate. Prepare reports, present findings, and interpret evaluation and assessment results regarding the impact of a visual impairment; provide vision progress reports as requested.
