Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)
Strides Therapy and Educational Services
Location
Bel Air, Maryland
Quick overview
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.
Requirements summary
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.
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: 2026-2027
- 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) DE certification reimbursement $225 annual National Certification stipend EAP short-term disability (also a part-time benefit) 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: Strides Therapy & Educational Services 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!
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Sick Time
- Short-term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) With Match
- Cancer Insurance
- Continuing Education Stipend
- Professional Liability Insurance
- National Certification Stipend
- Catastrophe Medical
- DE Certification Reimbursement