Teacher of the Visually Impaired: High School Mainstream, CSB at California School for the Blind
About the Employer
The California School for the Blind provides intensive, disability-specific educational services to students who have primary learning needs related to their visual impairment. The school serves as a statewide resource to provide expertise to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and families in evidenced based assessment, specialized curriculum, cutting-edge research and technology, and innovative models of instruction that prepare students for adult life.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The position of High School Mainstream Program Teacher assesses and evaluates learning strengths and weaknesses. Develops and implements an appropriate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP) (as appropriate) for each student in conjunction with designated instructional services and other support staff. In collaboration with Fremont Unified School District, the candidate will provide access to common core classes at a FUSD high school, plan and implement expanded core classes at CSB for students that meet IEP/ITP goals. Students in this program are pursuing a high school diploma through this collaborative model. The candidate will be responsible for preparing daily lesson plans, writing IEP goals and benchmarks based on assessment, and completing progress reports to document student progress, participating in IEP meetings and communicating progress with IEP team members, and providing direct instruction in both the classroom and community-based settings. *This position is limited term, Pre-Tenured, based on the bargaining unit contract between the State of California and the Service Employee's International Union (SEIU) - Local 1000 Bargaining Unit 3.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: o Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) o Has met the California Basic Skills Requirement o Possession of a California Education Specialist Teaching Credential; Visual Impairments (Intern Credential will be considered) Desired Qualifications o Experience as a teacher for students with blindness, sensory impairments, and/or multiple disabilities. o Experience working with students with visual impairments and additional disabilities. o Knowledge of specialized curriculum and assessments for students with visual impairments, including students with additional disabilities. o Familiarity with California Common Core Standards for English and Math o Experience writing IEP goals and implementing them o Knowledge of Braille (Unified English Braille and Nemeth Math) o Knowledge of assistive technology, i.e. screen readers, refreshable braille displays, braille note taking devices and experience determining the students’ needs and instructing them on its use. o Understanding of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) and have experience-implementing curriculum with a variety of students and age ranges. o Knowledge of Learning Media Assessment and functional vision assessments – experience in assessing and writing goals from results preferred. o Possess excellent report writing skills. o Possess excellent collaboration skills, and can work effectively with a team. o Valid Driver’s License Please refer to Duty Statement for further information related to job expectations.
This position will be considered Limited Term and pre-tenured until tenure is obtained. Tenure is acquired by meeting all of the requirements specified in the State of California and Service Employees International Union (SEUI) - Local 1000 Bargaining Unit 3 contact.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: o Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) o Has met the California Basic Skills Requirement o Possession of a California Education Specialist Teaching Credential; Visual Impairments (Intern Credential will be considered) Desired Qualifications o Experience as a teacher for students with blindness, sensory impairments, and/or multiple disabilities. o Experience working with students with visual impairments and additional disabilities. o Knowledge of specialized curriculum and assessments for students with visual impairments, including students with additional disabilities. o Familiarity with California Common Core Standards for English and Math o Experience writing IEP goals and implementing them o Knowledge of Braille (Unified English Braille and Nemeth Math) o Knowledge of assistive technology, i.e. screen readers, refreshable braille displays, braille note taking devices and experience determining the students’ needs and instructing them on its use. o Understanding of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) and have experience-implementing curriculum with a variety of students and age ranges. o Knowledge of Learning Media Assessment and functional vision assessments – experience in assessing and writing goals from results preferred. o Possess excellent report writing skills. o Possess excellent collaboration skills, and can work effectively with a team. o Valid Driver’s License Please refer to Duty Statement for further information related to job expectations.
This position will be considered Limited Term and pre-tenured until tenure is obtained. Tenure is acquired by meeting all of the requirements specified in the State of California and Service Employees International Union (SEUI) - Local 1000 Bargaining Unit 3 contact.
Comments and Other Information
How to Apply
Submit the following required documents:
• California School for the Blind Faculty Application
• Resume
• Copy of transcript(s) from Bachelors Degree and beyond (upon hire, original transcripts are required)
• Attached Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) public view of credential status or credential copy
• Three Letters of Recommendation (Note: Letters of Recommendations can be submitted later, but please indicate if they are/are not included with application packet)
Submit the completed application packet via email or mail to:
Dr. Chemene Hooker-Henry, Director - Human Resources
CA Dept. of Education – California School for the Blind
CA Dept. of Education State Special Schools Services Division – Diagnostic Centers
500 Walnut Avenue
Fremont, CA 94536
chhenry@csb-cde.ca.gov
All applications will be screened based upon desirable qualifications and experience.
For questions and/or additional information, please contact Dr. Chemene Hooker-Henry, Human Resources Director, at chhenry@csb-cde.ca.gov or Sarah Blair, Principal of Education, at sblair@csb-cde.ca.gov
For more information regarding the California School for the Blind , visit or www.csb-cde.ca.gov
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website, www.calhr.ca.gov and the California Public Employees Retirement System website www.calpers.ca.gov
From employee pensions managed by the CalPERS to health, dental, and vision plans, state employment offers you many benefits. The Savings Plus Program provides additional opportunities to save for retirement with 401(k) and 457 Plans.
CalSTRS is only applicable if you are currently in the CalSTRS system and wish to remain in their retirement system.
The Teacher position at the CSB works 184 days in the academic year. The CSB Teacher Academic Year for 2025- 2026 is August 11, 2025 through May 29, 2026.
This position requires the following pre-employment clearance:
• Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment and or Test
• Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ) Fingerprint Clearance.
The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Comments and Other Information
How to Apply
Submit the following required documents:
• California School for the Blind Faculty Application
• Resume
• Copy of transcript(s) from Bachelors Degree and beyond (upon hire, original transcripts are required)
• Attached Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) public view of credential status or credential copy
• Three Letters of Recommendation (Note: Letters of Recommendations can be submitted later, but please indicate if they are/are not included with application packet)
Submit the completed application packet via email or mail to:
Dr. Chemene Hooker-Henry, Director - Human Resources
CA Dept. of Education – California School for the Blind
CA Dept. of Education State Special Schools Services Division – Diagnostic Centers
500 Walnut Avenue
Fremont, CA 94536
chhenry@csb-cde.ca.gov
All applications will be screened based upon desirable qualifications and experience.
For questions and/or additional information, please contact Dr. Chemene Hooker-Henry, Human Resources Director, at chhenry@csb-cde.ca.gov or Sarah Blair, Principal of Education, at sblair@csb-cde.ca.gov
For more information regarding the California School for the Blind , visit or www.csb-cde.ca.gov
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website, www.calhr.ca.gov and the California Public Employees Retirement System website www.calpers.ca.gov
From employee pensions managed by the CalPERS to health, dental, and vision plans, state employment offers you many benefits. The Savings Plus Program provides additional opportunities to save for retirement with 401(k) and 457 Plans.
CalSTRS is only applicable if you are currently in the CalSTRS system and wish to remain in their retirement system.
The Teacher position at the CSB works 184 days in the academic year. The CSB Teacher Academic Year for 2025- 2026 is August 11, 2025 through May 29, 2026.
This position requires the following pre-employment clearance:
• Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment and or Test
• Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ) Fingerprint Clearance.
The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.