id='p68437_47369'>Blind/Low Vision Assistive Technology Coordinator - 27-058 - 260 days - At Will JobID: 68437
Position Type:
Administration (Educator)/Coordinator
Date Posted:
7/14/2026
Location:
WVSDB - WVOCDB
Date Available:
08/05/2026
Closing Date:
07/27/2026
County:
West Virginia Schools for the Deaf & Blind Additional Information: Show/Hide
TITLE OF VACANCY: Blind/Low Vision Assistive Technology Coordinator - 260 days
POSITION TYPE: Professional â WVDE pay level (at will)
ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: TheWest Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB)
LOCATION: Romney, West Virginia
The Blind/Low Vision Assistive Technology Coordinator provides statewide leadership, technical assistance, consultation, and professional development to improve educational outcomes for students who are blind or have low vision. This position develops, coordinates, and supports statewide implementation of vision-specific assistive technology, Accessible Educational Materials (AEM), and accessibility practices that increase literacy, independence, communication, participation, and equitable access to the general education curriculum for students served by Local Education Agencies (LEAs). The Coordinator serves as the statewide resource for vision-specific assistive technology, collaborating with LEAs, Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVIs), families, the WVDE, the Instructional Resource Center (IRC), and community partners to evaluate, implement, teach, and support assistive technology and accessible educational practices..
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides statewide leadership, consultation, training, and technical assistance regarding vision-specific assistive technology, accessibility, and Accessible Educational Materials (AEM).
Serves as the statewide subject matter resource in assistive technology for students who are blind or have low vision, promoting equitable access through evidence-based practices and innovative technology solutions.
Conducts comprehensive assistive technology evaluations and develops recommendations that support literacy, independence, communication, and educational access.
Provides direct and consultative instruction in no-tech, low-tech, and high-tech assistive technology, including screen readers (JAWS), refreshable braille displays, braille technology, low vision devices, OCR, screen magnification, and other vision related technologies.
Collaborates with the WVDE AEM Coordinator and WVSDB AEM Specialists to ensure timely access to high-quality accessible instructional materials.
Provides technical assistance regarding accessible Microsoft Word documents, PDF remediation, web accessibility, WCAG principles, and digital accessibility best practices.
Supports LEAs in selecting, implementing, and troubleshooting accessible instructional technologies and digital resources.
Provides consultation regarding environmental modifications, adapted materials, communication supports, and instructional strategies for students with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) and Deafblindness.
Collaborates with TVIs, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, related service providers, families, higher education, rehabilitation agencies, and community partners to strengthen statewide services.
Plans, develops, and delivers statewide professional development, coaching, webinars, and technical assistance resources related to assistive technology and accessibility.
Develops, maintains, and updates statewide guidance documents, web content, instructional resources, and technical assistance materials.
Provides child-specific consultation and problem solving to educational teams to improve implementation of assistive technology and accessibility supports.
Maintains expertise regarding current research, accessibility standards, emerging technologies, and evidence-based practices.
Assists with the evaluation, management, demonstration, and lending of assistive technology and specialized equipment through the Instructional Resource Center.
Troubleshoots assistive technology hardware, software, and accessibility issues to ensure continued student access.
Performs other assignments as deemed appropriate and necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position is classified as sedentary work involving prolonged computer use and frequent statewide travel. Duties include occasional standing, walking, lifting and transporting assistive technology equipment and instructional materials up to approximately 25 pounds, and providing on-site consultation, training, and technical assistance. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
EXPECTATIONS:
The staff member works effectively as a member of the educational team.
The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibits an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.
The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits such as punctuality and attendance.
The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for work productivity and collaboration.
The staff member is self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines with minimal supervision.
The staff member demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills, and excellent presentation skills using current technologies.
The staff member demonstrates ability to work effectively with county personnel and other state/local officials.
The staff member understands that travel throughout WV and out of state (including air travel) may be required on an occasional or frequent basis depending on the needs of the Department.
The staff member understands that work assignments may change or be added, as priorities emerge with the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE).
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP:
WVSDB staff are employed upon the recommendation of the school's superintendent to the West Virginia Board of Education and are state employees. No representative or employee of the state is authorized to enter into any employment contract or other agreement. Designated employees paid under WVDE guidelines are "at-will" and subject to termination by the State Superintendent of Schools at any time, with or without notice, cause or compensation. Specialists are paid under the WVDE compensation schedule and are deemed "at will" employees.
The employment relationship between the WVSDB/WVBE and the employee may be terminated by either party. Reasons for termination by the WVSDB/WVDE include, but are not limited to, immorality, incompetency, cruelty, insubordination, intemperance, willful neglect of duty, unsatisfactory performance, the conviction of a felony or a guilty plea or a plea of no contest to a felony charge, misuse of funds or property, violations of law or policies of the state board, lack of need, or a lack or loss of funding.
COMPENSATION:
Salary based on the WVDE Salary Schedule, Coordinator level, 260-day annual work schedule with national board supplement, as applicable. Full benefits package available, click on this link to review this information - WVSDB Benefits.
EVALUATION:
Performance evaluation in accordance with West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5310.