Teacher of the Visually Impaired (Part Time 26-27 School Year)

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Candor is a mission-driven community of educators passionate about making a real difference. They believe in serving students meaningfully without sacrificing work-life balance and offer a supportive team where growth, well-being, and success are prioritized. This role is for a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) who is ready to empower students and schools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Vision Rehabilitation, or a related field.
Valid Texas Educator Certification in Visual Impairment (EC-12) issued by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
Knowledge of special education laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Familiarity with the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education of Students with Visual Impairments or a related field.
Certification through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist.
CPR certification.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with ARD committees to create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) that address the unique needs of students with visual impairments.
Deliver instruction in core and expanded core curricula, including Braille literacy, assistive technology, daily living skills, sensory efficiency, and compensatory skills essential for students’ success.
Collect, analyze, and document student progress data to assess growth and effectiveness of instructional strategies, making necessary adjustments to meet IEP goals.
Work closely with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, orientation and mobility specialists, related service providers, and families to ensure students’ needs are met across all learning environments. Actively participate in ARD meetings and multidisciplinary discussions.
Advocate for and implement accommodations, modifications, and assistive technologies to ensure equitable access to the general education curriculum and other learning opportunities.
Prepare students for post-secondary education, vocational settings, and independent living by teaching skills such as self-advocacy, community navigation, and adaptive technology use.
Develop plans to enhance students’ safety and independence in school, home, and community environments, including orientation and mobility skills when applicable.