Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Strides Therapy & Educational Services; Bel Air (MD); Hybrid; USD 73,873 - 105,214; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

$100 annual continuing education stipend

40 hours PTO/sick time

Professional liability insurance

Job summary

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is seeking a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) in Bel Air, Maryland. This role involves providing specialized instruction and support to students with visual impairments across various educational settings. The ideal candidate will collaborate with educators and families to ensure student success, monitor IEP progress, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.

Qualifications include a relevant degree and TVI certification, with a preference for Braille proficiency. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and continuing education stipends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education of the Visually Impaired or related field.
• Valid and current Teacher of the Visually Impaired certification/licensure.
• Experience with school-aged students with visual impairments preferred.
• Braille proficiency strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct vision instruction and consultative services to students with visual impairments.
• Collaborate with educational teams to provide support and accommodations.
• Monitor student progress and adjust strategies to meet IEP goals.

Skills

Braille instruction

Assistive technology

Collaborative teamwork

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education of the Visually Impaired

Valid and current TVI certification/licensure

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)

Salary: $65 per hour