Teacher of the Visually Impaired
About The Position
Candor Consulting & Diagnostics is hiring a full-time Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) in Texas. The TVI helps students who are blind or have low vision access the curriculum, participate in school activities, and develop greater independence. The role involves assessing individual student needs, delivering specialized instruction and consultative support aligned with IEPs, making learning materials accessible, and teaching relevant Expanded Core Curriculum skills. The TVI also monitors student progress and collaborates with families, educators, Orientation and Mobility specialists, and related service providers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Valid Texas certification authorizing service as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments.
- Knowledge of functional vision evaluations, learning media assessments, and IEP development and implementation.
- Skills in braille instruction, accessible learning materials, assistive technology, and the Expanded Core Curriculum.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching or supporting students who are blind or have low vision.
Responsibilities
- Conduct functional vision evaluations and learning media assessments, prepare reports, and use findings to guide educational recommendations.
- Deliver direct instruction and consultative support aligned with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
- Adapt or coordinate access to braille, large print, tactile graphics, audio, and accessible digital materials based on assessed needs.
- Teach appropriate Expanded Core Curriculum areas identified in the IEP, including braille literacy, assistive technology, organization, self-advocacy, and independent living skills.
- Collect student data, maintain accurate records, and use progress monitoring to guide instruction and communicate growth.
- Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and collaborate with families, teachers, Orientation and Mobility specialists, and related service providers.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options for eligible employees.
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions for eligible employees.
- Mentorship opportunities and professional development reimbursement.
- Referral bonuses of up to $1,000.
- Compensation for all time worked.
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Job Type
Full-time
