Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Job Opening Information Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)
Job Number
R13
Application Deadline
11/4/2026
Position Start Date
11/1/2026
- Position Title
- Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)
- Required Application Type
- Teacher / Admin
- Salary/Pay Scale
- $71,979 - $118,722
- Job Description
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide and coordinate unique specialized instruction through daily lessons reflective of the curriculum and the student’s IEP.
- Consult with classroom teachers, regular and special education personnel, parents, and students to coordinate programs and services for the visually impaired student.
- Coordinate supplementary materials, educational aids and equipment; support student’s maximum participation in all classroom activities.
- Provide instruction in the development and maintenance of skills as indicated in the IEP; low vision and visual efficiency skills, concept development and academic skills, daily living skills, communication skills, social/emotional skills and abilities, and sensory motor skills.
- Collaborate with Individual Education Plan (IEP) team in developing student IEPs, including goals and supplementary aids and services.
- Attend IEP meetings and required staff meetings.
- Conduct and interpret functional vision/learning assessments and complete written reports.
- Compile and analyze data on student progress and use response to intervention to adjust interventions or strategies as indicated.
- Use technology to communicate and to enhance student learning.
- Maintains appropriate student behavior control and establish a productive classroom environment.
- Participate in parent conferences.
- Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
- Job Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid NYS Certification as Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired.
- Job Category
- Teacher
- Job Location
- To Be Determined