Teacher of the Blind Visually Impaired

TheraPeds•Elgin, IL

9d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI), also referred to as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments, for a part-time, school-based opportunity in Elgin, Illinois. This role involves working collaboratively with students, families, educators, and related-service professionals to help students with visual impairments build independence and successfully access their educational environment. TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide special education and related services to PreK–12 students nationwide. They understand the educational process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, with a mission to provide high-quality, student-centered services while creating meaningful connections within collaborative learning environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree, or higher, in Special Education or a related field
Current or eligible California Education Specialist Instruction Credential – Visual Impairments
Meets California's applicable Basic Skills Requirement
Experience working with children or young adults who are blind or visually impaired
Knowledge of specialized instructional approaches and accommodations for students with visual impairments
Understanding of IEP development, implementation, progress monitoring, and case management
Familiarity with the Expanded Core Curriculum and educational access needs of students with visual impairments
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Proficient with technology and comfortable learning or using assistive technology relevant to student needs
Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances
Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, families, administrators, therapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team
Ability to exercise a high level of professionalism, tact, discretion, and respect for student and family confidentiality

Nice To Haves

School-based experience preferred
Experience supporting high school and/or transition-age students is a plus

Responsibilities

Providing direct and consultative educational services to students who are blind or visually impaired
Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized education programs (IEPs)
Conducting educational and vision-related assessments within the scope of the TVI role
Evaluating student performance and monitoring progress toward IEP goals
Providing specialized instruction based on each student's individual needs
Supporting student access to curriculum, instructional materials, technology, and the educational environment
Addressing skills related to the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), as appropriate to individual student needs
Adapting instructional strategies and materials to support students with varying levels of vision and learning needs
Providing case management services, as assigned
Completing timely and accurate documentation, reports, progress monitoring, and educational records
Participating in IEP meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings
Collaborating with parents, teachers, special education staff, therapists, orientation and mobility specialists, and other school professionals
Providing guidance and support to classroom staff regarding instructional strategies and accommodations for students with visual impairments
Supporting students in developing independence, self-advocacy, access, and transition-related skills
Creating a welcoming, safe, and productive learning environment that supports student participation and independence