Teacher of the Blind Visually Impaired

TheraPeds • Williamstown, KY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to serve PreK–12 students in Williamstown, Kentucky, during the 2026–2027 school year. The role provides specialized instruction, accommodations, and support to students who are blind or visually impaired, promoting access, independence, and meaningful participation in education. The position offers 20 guaranteed hours per week, follows the teacher/school calendar, and includes designated evaluation, documentation, and planning time, a manageable caseload, and support from TheraPeds and the school district. The role may be offered as W-2 employment or, where available, as a 1099 independent contractor opportunity; compensation and benefits depend on classification and eligibility.

The TVI provides direct and consultative services; develops and implements IEP goals and specialized instruction; conducts functional vision and learning media assessments; supports Expanded Core Curriculum skills; and teaches Braille and tactile learning when appropriate. The position also involves adapting materials, recommending accommodations, supporting assistive technology and accessible educational materials, monitoring student progress, maintaining documentation, and participating in evaluations, IEPs, eligibility processes, and multidisciplinary meetings. The TVI collaborates with families, teachers, orientation and mobility specialists, therapists, and special education teams, and consults with school staff about visual access, classroom modifications, and instructional strategies. The role may also support transition and independence skills based on individual student needs.

The work is active and takes place in school and community-based educational environments. Physical functions may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, lifting or carrying instructional materials or equipment, and working with students in classroom, campus, vocational, and transition-related settings. Duties are performed in accordance with assigned responsibilities, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations.

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 regarding visual access, classroom modifications, and instructional strategies.
• Support transition and independence skills based on individual student needs.
• Perform assigned duties in accordance with district safety requirements and applicable accommodations.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation of $65–$85 per hour.
• Guaranteed hours of 20 hours per week.
• Designated evaluation, documentation, and planning time.
• Manageable caseload.
• Educational and administrative support.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• 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).
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support.
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community.
• 1099 contractor opportunities may include benefit resources and flexibility associated with independent contractor status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time