Strides Therapy and Educational Services·Bel Air, Maryland
Provide direct vision instruction and consultative services to students with visual impairments across multiple school sites. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement IEP goals and ensure academic accessibility and independence.
Job title: Teacher of the visually impaired (Tvi)
Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services
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.
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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.
Covering student direct and consult services in a few schools (elementary through secondary) Certified and preferred proficiency with Braille Instruction
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Responsibilities: Individualized instruction & support
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.
Monitor student progress toward IEP goals, maintain accurate documentation, and adjust instructional strategies as needed to support student growth and achievement.
Maintain open and effective communication with students, families, school staff, and district personnel regarding student progress, services, accommodations, and recommendations.
Stay current with best practices, assistive technology, Braille instruction methods, and educational strategies related to students with visual impairments.
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Strides Therapy & Educational Services [https://stridesspeechtherapy.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com]
Please contact Karen Knight, M.S. Special Education, Business Manager, for more information and additional details. karenknight (at) stridesspeechtherapy.com / (443) 319-1167
Join our team and help students achieve their academic goals and succeed in their educational journeys. Apply today!
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education of the Visually Impaired and a valid TVI certification. Braille proficiency and experience with school-aged students are strongly preferred.
Market context
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