Specialist Teacher - Vision Assessment & Eligibility

Selection Criteria

SC1    Demonstrated knowledge of vision impairment and related educational implications including how vision conditions impact students¿ ability to access both the curriculum and the wider school environment..

SC2    Demonstrated expertise in observing students¿ visual behaviour across a range of school environments to determine relevant recommendations to staff that support student learning, wellbeing, and engagement. 

SC3    Demonstrated highly developed organisational skills with an ability to work collaboratively, utilise effective time management strategies, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.

SC4    Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the capacity to establish and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders through high level written and verbal communication.

SC5    Demonstrated commitment to ongoing reflection and professional learning to enable further development of skills, expertise and professional capacity to self and others.

Role

A vacancy exists for a capable and enthusiastic teacher to join the SVRC team as a teacher specialising in vision assessment. The successful applicant will be involved in all stages of the eligibility process, attending Education Vision Assessment Clinic (EVAC), on clinic days and conducting functional vision assessments in schools throughout Victoria.

The successful applicant will be an experienced and highly capable teacher, with an understanding of/or the capacity to develop a strong understanding of the educational implications of vision impairment. They will work collaboratively to ensure student…