School Based Remote Teacher of the Visually Impaired - Maryland

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education, Visual Impairments, or a related field

• Active Maryland Generic Special Education or specialized teaching certificate with a Blind/Visually Impaired endorsement issued by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)

• Proficiency in Braille instruction, assistive technology, and low-vision accessibility modifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience (school-based and/or teletherapy preferred)

• Experience with IEP development and virtual specialized instruction is a plus

• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills

• Comfortable using teletherapy platforms and technology

Key Responsibilities

Assessment & Intervention

• Provide virtual direct specialized instruction and consultative services to students with visual impairments

• Conduct virtual Functional Vision Assessments (FVAs) and Learning Media Assessments (LMAs) in a remote setting

• Develop and implement individualized accommodation plans and IEP goals tailored to the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC)

• Teach Braille reading/writing virtually and track student progress

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with classroom teachers, parents, and school staff to support student access to the curriculum

• Provide guidance and strategies for materials adaptation in home and classroom settings

• Participate in virtual IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services, progress, and IEP goals

• Ensure services meet Maryland state, district, and federal guidelines

• Complete reports, evaluations, and progress documentation as required

Technology & Teletherapy Tools

• Utilize virtual platforms and digital tools to deliver engaging, accessible instruction sessions

• Adapt materials, electronic documents, and methods for an effective online learning environment

• Troubleshoot basic tech issues and support families with low-vision or screen-reading platform use

Advocacy & Education

• Support students in accessing appropriate accommodations and assistive technology

• Provide education and resources to families and school teams regarding visual impairment strategies

Benefits of Role

• 1099 Based

• Compensation for Direct & Indirect Services

• Competitive Hourly Pay Rates

• Flexibility with schedule and working from home

For additional information, please contact Charlie Harper, Account Executive @ Procare Therapy and VocoVision!

📍 (678) 538-6734

📍 [email protected]