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Job description
Job Title: Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)
Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services
About Us:
Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading provider of contract therapy and educational services dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of students in schools. We are seeking a dedicated and qualified Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to join our team supporting students within HCPS. The TVI will work collaboratively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to provide specialized instruction and support to students with visual impairments across educational settings. This position requires strong communication skills, flexibility, compassion, and a passion for helping students reach their full potential.
Position Overview:
As a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) at Strides Therapy & Educational Services, you will play a vital role in supporting students with visual impairments and blindness across elementary through secondary school settings. Collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary educational team, your primary responsibility will be to provide individualized direct and consultative vision services that support students' academic access, independence, and success within the school environment.
This is an itinerant position serving multiple school sites. Full-time candidates are strongly preferred; however, qualified part-time candidates will also be considered.
Assignment Details:
School Year:
Assignment Dates: Starting August 2026
Schedule: Full-Time Preferred | Part-Time Considered
Additional Details: Covering student direct and consult services in a few schools (elementary through secondary)
Certified and preferred proficiency with Braille Instruction
Responsibilities:
Individualized Instruction & Support
Provide direct vision instruction and consultative services to students with visual impairments, including support with: Braille instruction
Assistive technology
Compensatory skills
Functional vision needs
Academic accessibility
Independent living and organizational skills
Collaborative Teamwork
Work collaboratively with Special Educators, General Education Teachers, Orientation & Mobility Specialists, School Psychologists, SLPs, OTs, PTs, and related service providers to support student success and ensure appropriate educational accommodations and modifications.
Progress Monitoring
Monitor student progress toward IEP goals, maintain accurate documentation, and adjust instructional strategies as needed to support student growth and achievement.
Communication
Maintain open and effective communication with students, families, school staff, and district personnel regarding student progress, services, accommodations, and recommendations.
Professional Development
Stay current with best practices, assistive technology, Braille instruction methods, and educational strategies related to students with visual impairments.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education of the Visually Impaired or related field
Valid and current Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) certification/licensure
Experience working with school-aged students with visual impairments preferred
Braille proficiency strongly preferred
Ability to manage an itinerant caseload across multiple school locations
Strong collaboration, organizational, and communication skills
Dedication to ongoing professional growth and development
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day 1, employer pays 50% of the monthly cost
401(k) with match and immediate vesting - 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4% and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
$100 annual continuing education stipend
40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
Professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
State Certification reimbursement
$225 annual National Certification stipend
Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)
Please see our website here to learn more about us:
Please contact Karen Knight, M.S. Special Education, Business Manager , for more information and additional details.
karenknight (at) stridesspeechtherapy.com /
Join our team and help students achieve their academic goals and succeed in their educational journeys. Apply today!
Worksite address
bel air, MD, 21014, US
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