Teacher of the Visually Impaired in Mashpee, MA

Soliant Health; Mashpee (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Soliant Health seeks a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to support students from preschool to age 22 across three school buildings in Massachusetts. This full-time contract role requires DESE TVI certification, SEI Endorsement, ECC familiarity, and experience with assistive technology, Braille, large print, and tactile graphics to promote accessible learning and inclusion.

You will conduct FVAs/LMAs, adapt curricula, collaborate with families and multi-disciplinary teams, and champion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required; MA preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE TVI certification required.
• SEI Endorsement required.
• Familiar with ECC and assistive technology.
• Experience with Braille, large print, tactile graphics and low-vision devices preferred.
• Experience in a school setting and passion for empowering students with visual impairments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FVAs, LMAs, and other evaluations to inform IEP development.
• Deliver direct instruction and consultative support to visually impaired students across ages.
• Collaborate with special education teams, families, and outside specialists.
• Adapt curriculum and instructional materials for accessibility (Braille, large print, tactile graphics, technology).
• Support ECC skills including independent living, orientation & mobility, self-advocacy, and tech access.

Skills

TVI Certification

SEI Endorsement

ECC familiarity

Braille

Large print

Tactile graphics

Low-vision devices

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master's Degree in Special Education preferred

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Make a lasting impact by supporting students with visual impairments across a dynamic educational environment. As a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI), you will collaborate with teams across three school buildings, serving learners from preschool through age 22. This is a full-time contract opportunity for a dedicated professional ready to provide individualized and group instruction while championing accessibility and inclusion.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution; Master’s Degree in Special Education preferred
• Valid Massachusetts DESE certification as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (Vision Impairment license)
• SEI Endorsement required
• Familiarity with the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), including compensatory/access skills, assistive technology, and collaboration in Orientation & Mobility
• Experience with Braille, large print, tactile graphics, and low-vision devices is preferred
• Previous work within a school setting and a passion for empowering students with visual impairments

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Functional Vision Assessments (FVAs), Learning Media Assessments (LMAs), and other specialized evaluations to determine student needs and inform IEP development
• Deliver direct instruction and consultative support to visually impaired students across multiple age groups and school settings
• Collaborate closely with special education teams, families, and outside specialists for comprehensive service delivery
• Adapt curriculum and instructional materials, ensuring accessibility through Braille, large print, tactile graphics, and technology
• Support students in developing skills in the Expanded Core Curriculum, including independent living, orientation & mobility, self-advocacy, and access to technology

Take the next step in your career by providing vital instruction and advocacy for students who need it most.

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.25 to $60.25. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.