Job detail
Early Intervention Specialist – Low Vision/Blindness
Douglas-A-Thom Clinic
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/24/2026
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts
Salary
$49,000 - $59,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The specialist provides specialized support services to infants and toddlers with visual impairments and their families in natural environments. They conduct developmental assessments, develop individualized family service plans, and coach caregivers on strategies to promote developmental milestones.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in special education, early childhood education, or a related field. Certification as a teacher of the visually impaired or certified orientation and mobility specialist is preferred, along with experience in home- Or community-Based settings.
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