Teacher of the Blind Visually Impaired

TheraPeds • Jonesville, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to work with students who are blind or visually impaired during the 2026–2027 school year. The role serves PreK–12 students in an on-site setting in Williamstown, Kentucky, and is scheduled for 20 hours per week following the teacher/school calendar. The position offers guaranteed hours, designated documentation and planning time, a manageable caseload, and support from TheraPeds and the school district.

The TVI provides specialized instruction, accommodations, and support to promote students’ educational access, independence, and meaningful participation. Services include direct and consultative instruction, assessment and IEP support, instruction in Braille and tactile learning when appropriate, support for the Expanded Core Curriculum, and collaboration with students’ families and educational teams. Compensation and benefits depend on employment classification and eligibility; W-2 employment and 1099 independent contractor opportunities may be available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education, Visual Impairments, Education, or a related field.
• Active or eligible Kentucky educator certification or endorsement for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments.
• Knowledge of Braille, assistive technology, accessible materials, and the Expanded Core Curriculum.
• Experience working with students who are blind or visually impaired.
• Knowledge of IEPs, evaluations, eligibility, and special education services.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Good organization and time-management skills.
• Comfort with educational and assistive technology.
• Ability to complete required background clearances.
• Ability to perform physical functions necessary for assigned responsibilities, which may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, lifting or carrying instructional materials or equipment, and engaging with students in classroom, campus, vocational, and transition-related environments.

Nice To Haves

• School-based experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative Teacher of the Visually Impaired services.
• Develop and implement IEP goals and specialized instruction.
• Conduct functional vision and learning media assessments.
• Support skills within the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC).
• Provide instruction in Braille and tactile learning when appropriate.
• Adapt instructional materials and recommend accommodations.
• Support assistive technology and accessible educational materials.
• Monitor student progress and complete required documentation.
• Participate in evaluations, IEPs, eligibility processes, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, orientation and mobility specialists, therapists, and special education teams.
• Consult with school staff regarding visual access, classroom modifications, and instructional strategies.
• Support transition and independence skills based on individual student needs.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time.
• Designated evaluation, documentation, and planning time.
• Manageable caseload.
• Educational and administrative support.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community.
• W-2 employees may be eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits, based on eligibility.
• W-2 employees may be eligible for a 401(k).
• 1099 independent contractor opportunities may include benefit resources and flexibility associated with independent contractor status.
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support.
• Ongoing professional and administrative support for independent contractors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time