Professional Communities

Braille Certification Study Group Welcome to the Braille Certification Study Group! This group was created for professionals who are working to become a Certified Transcriber or Proofreader. This space is especially for you to learn from, support, and encourage each other. Use the discussion board to ask questions about braille, discuss a lesson, and to connect with other professionals like yourself who may want a study partner. Rural Itineracy TVIs on the road, traveling great distances to work with students have unique challenges. This is a space to share successes, ask for tips, and bring some collaboration closer to you. Low Vision Specialist Professional who assesses functional vision, provides instruction on low vision devices and assistive technology, and determines the need for environmental modifications in the home, workplace, or school. Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Professional who teaches adaptive independent living skills, enabling adults who are blind or have low vision perform a wide range of essential daily living activities. Blindness Overview This community is under construction. Future Educators Archive of resources for individuals who are exploring the diverse career paths available in the field of Visual Impairments and Blindness. Assistive Technology Specialist Professional who evaluates a student’s strengths and needs, recommends devices and services, and provides training on how to utilize assistive technology solutions. Accessible Coding Archive of accessible coding resources, activities and lesson plans for professionals, families and students of all ability levels. NIMAC State Coordinators Welcome to this discussion board! Please feel free to share questions, ideas, suggestions, etc.! Orientation and Mobility Specialist Professional who teaches individuals who are blind or have low vision to travel safely, confidently, and independently in a variety of environments. Teacher of the Visually Impaired Educator who instructs students who are blind or have low vision in disability-specific skills, reinforces core academics, and teaches the areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum. Family Family member or caregiver who takes care of a child who is blind or has low vision. Braille Transcriber Professional who converts print content into braille, using manual methods or computer software-based conversions. Paraprofessional Professional who works with a student who is blind or has low vision, by supporting instruction, preparing materials, monitoring safety, assisting with self-care, and/or supporting social interactions. Tactile Graphics and the Monarch Welcome to the Tactile Graphics and Monarch Professional Community!