Teacher of the Blind Visually Impaired

TheraPeds • Williamstown, KY

7d • $65 - $85 • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) for the 2026–2027 school year in Williamstown, Kentucky. This is a school-based, on-site position serving PreK–12 students. The role provides specialized instruction, accommodations, and support to students who are blind or visually impaired, promoting access, independence, and participation in education. The posting describes a part-time schedule of 20 hours per week following the teacher/school calendar, with guaranteed hours, designated evaluation, documentation, and planning time, a manageable caseload, and support from TheraPeds and the school district.

The TVI provides direct and consultative services, develops and implements IEP goals, conducts functional vision and learning media assessments, and supports the Expanded Core Curriculum. Instruction may include Braille and tactile learning when appropriate. The role also involves adapting materials, recommending accommodations, supporting assistive technology and accessible educational materials, monitoring student progress, completing documentation, participating in evaluations and team meetings, collaborating with families and school professionals, and supporting transition and independence skills.

TheraPeds Partners is described as a therapist-owned and operated school-based services organization that partners with schools and supports providers with educational, clinical, administrative, and professional resources. Compensation, benefits, classification, and assignment terms depend on eligibility and the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement. W-2 benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k); 1099 independent contractor opportunities may also 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.

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 about visual access, classroom modifications, and instructional strategies.
• Support transition and independence skills based on individual student needs.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation of $65–$85 per hour, as described in the posting.
• Guaranteed hours; the listed schedule is 20 hours per week.
• Designated evaluation, documentation, and planning time.
• Manageable caseload.
• Educational and administrative support.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• TheraPeds professional community.
• W-2 employees may be eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits and a 401(k).
• 1099 independent contractor opportunities may include benefit resources and flexibility associated with independent contractor status.
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support, or ongoing professional and administrative support for contractor opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time