Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Excel Academy Charter School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Excel Academy Charter School in East Boston, MA seeks a contracted Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) for a part-time role (about 1 day per week, 4 hours). You will deliver direct instruction, consult with staff and families, and support access to the curriculum per IEPs.

The TVI will collaborate with teachers and families, conduct functional vision assessments, recommend assistive tech, and document progress in line with state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts TVI license.
• Experience in school settings with visual impairments.
• Strong communication, collaboration and organization.
• Ability to work independently in a very part-time role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and consult with staff and families.
• Support students’ access to curriculum per IEP goals.
• Conduct functional vision assessments and contribute to IEP planning.
• Document services and submit progress reports timely.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Independence

Education

Massachusetts TVI license

Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

Braille

Large print materials

Assistive technology

Job description

Excel Academy Charter School Excel Academy Charter Schools - East Boston, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Job Details

Job ID: 5950366

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Organization Overview Excel Academy is a network of 5 schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5-12 to succeed in high school and college and engage productively in their communities. The majority of our 1,700 students identify as Latinx or Hispanic and will be the first in their families to graduate from college. Families choose Excel because our students consistently outperform their peers in growth and achievement and are 5x more likely to graduate from college.

At Excel, we believe that every student—regardless of race, zip code, or economic status—deserves access to a free, high quality holistic education. During their middle school journey with us, students grow at a pace faster than most peers in their state. This is possible through a combination of high expectations, rigorous instruction, and individualized support. At our nationally ranked high school, students achieve at the highest level and are poised for success in their chosen college or career path.

Everyday, our team members choose to be positive, drive their own growth, uplift one another, and hold the highest possible beliefs for what students can achieve.

About the Role Excel Academy is seeking a Contracted Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to provide specialized instructional services to on student with visual impairments. This is a part‑time contracted role (approximately 1 day per week for 4 hours). The TVI will deliver direct instruction, consult with staff and families, and support students’ access to the curriculum in alignment with their IEPs.

Scope of Services

• Provide direct instruction and consultation to approximately two students with visual impairments in accordance with their IEP goals and service hours;
• Conduct functional vision assessments and contribute to IEP planning, development, and progress monitoring;
• Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and accessible instructional materials (braille, large print, digital, etc.);
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and student support staff to ensure consistent implementation of accommodations and strategies;
• Train staff and families on techniques and tools that support student independence and access;
• Provide documentation of services delivered and submit timely progress reports as required by Excel Academy and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• A valid Massachusetts teaching license as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI);
• Experience providing direct and consultative services to students with visual impairments in school settings;
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills;
• Ability to work independently in a very part‑time contracted capacity.

Preference will be given to applicants who also:

• Have experience in public or charter schools;
• Speak Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic fluently;
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive practices and equity in education.

Excel Academy Charter Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, special need, proficiency in the English language or a foreign language or prior academic achievement.

Position Type: Part‑time

Job Categories: Special Education > Visually Impaired

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Alejandra Gil , Director of Talent
• 58 Moore St
• East Boston, Massachusetts 02128
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]