Teacher of the Blind Visually Impaired

TheraPeds • Elgin, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to work with PreK–12 students in Elgin, Illinois, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role provides specialized instruction, accommodations, and support to promote educational access, independence, and meaningful participation. It offers 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 students in the Expanded Core Curriculum. Instruction may include Braille and tactile learning. The role also involves adapting materials, supporting assistive technology and accessible educational materials, monitoring student progress, documenting services, participating in evaluations and team meetings, collaborating with families and school professionals, and supporting transition and independence skills.

The position follows the teacher/school calendar and offers 36–38 hours per week. W-2 employment and 1099 independent contractor opportunities may be available; compensation, benefits, classification, and assignment terms depend on eligibility and the applicable agreement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education, Visual Impairments, Education, or a related field.
• Active or eligible New Hampshire 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.

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 student 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

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible W-2 employees.
• 401(k) for eligible W-2 employees.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Designated evaluation, documentation, and planning time.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Ongoing educational, clinical, administrative, and professional support.
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community.
• Manageable caseload.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time