Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

excel; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Excel Academy in Massachusetts is seeking a contracted Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to provide specialized instructional services to students with visual impairments. This is a part-time role (~1 day per week for 4 hours).

The TVI will deliver direct instruction, consult with staff and families, and support access to the curriculum per IEPs. Qualifications include a valid MA TVI license, school-based experience with visually impaired students, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Massachusetts TVI license required.
• Experience delivering services to students with visual impairments in schools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently in a very part-time contracted capacity.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and consultation to students with visual impairments per IEP goals.
• Conduct functional vision assessments and contribute to IEP planning and progress monitoring.
• Recommend and support adaptive equipment and accessible instructional materials.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and support staff to ensure accommodations are implemented.
• Train staff and families on techniques and tools to support independence and access.
• Document services and submit progress reports as required.

Skills

TVI license

Experience with visual impairments

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Part-time capacity

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.

About our Team

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.