Itinerant Vision Impairment Teacher (TVI)

Hamilton County Schools; Washington Hills (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN seeks a licensed Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to travel among schools and provide direct and consultative services for students with visual impairments. The role covers students aged 2 to 22, with possible additional disabilities.

You will conduct assessments, develop IEP goals, and deliver instructional support, including Braille and large print adaptations, while coordinating with families and school staff.

Qualifications

• Requires Visually Impaired endorsement and TN license in Special Education (Vision).
• Bachelor’s degree required; itinerant role requires transport between schools.
• Excellent organizational and professional communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate visual impairments per Tennessee criteria and IEP timelines.
• Contribute to IEP development with goals, accommodations and services.
• Deliver direct and consultative instruction, including Braille/large print materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Transportation between schools

Tennessee Vision Endorsement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

TVI endorsement (Visually Impaired)

Tennessee teaching license (Special Education - Vision)

Tools

Embossing software

Magnification software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN seeks a licensed Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to travel among schools and provide direct and consultative services for students with visual impairments. The role covers students aged 2 to 22, with possible additional disabilities.

You will conduct assessments, develop IEP goals, and deliver instructional support, including Braille and large print adaptations, while coordinating with families and school staff.