Virtual Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) - Pennsylvania

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education with an emphasis on Visual Impairment from an accredited institution
• Active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate with an endorsement in Special Education: Vision Impaired PK–12 issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience working with visually impaired or blind students (school-based and/or virtual instruction preferred)
• Proficiency in Unified English Braille (UEB), including literary and Nemeth code, tactile graphics, and digital braille translation software
• Demonstrated knowledge of Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), assistive technology for low vision, and Functional Vision Assessments (FVAs) / Learning Media Assessments (LMAs)
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Chapter 14 regulations, Multidisciplinary Evaluations (MDE), and IEP development
• Comfortable navigating telepractice platforms, remote assistive software (e.g., JAWS, ZoomText, refreshable braille displays), and digital classroom tools

Key Responsibilities
Assessment & Specialized Instruction
• Conduct virtual Functional Vision Assessments (FVAs), Learning Media Assessments (LMAs), and ECC screenings to identify student accessibility and instructional needs
• Deliver direct virtual specialized instruction in braille literacy, visual efficiency, assistive technology, compensatory academic skills, and independent living skills aligned with IEP goals
• Adapt and transcribe general education materials into accessible formats (braille, large print, audio, and tactile formats) in coordination with classroom teachers and braillists
• Collect and analyze objective instructional data to evaluate progress toward IEP goals and drive continuous educational programming

Collaboration & Case Consultation
• Consult regularly with general education teachers, special education staff, related service providers (Orientation & Mobility specialists, OTs, PTs), and parents regarding classroom accommodations, optical devices, and environmental modifications
• Participate actively in virtual Multidisciplinary Team conferences, IEP meetings, and Evaluation Reports (ER/RR) to present findings and recommend specialized services
• Support educational teams and families with integrating screen-reading tools, magnification software, and accessible digital media into the curriculum

Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation of direct service logs, consultation notes, and quarterly IEP progress reports
• Ensure all instructional plans, assessment reports, and service deliveries strictly adhere to Pennsylvania Chapter 14 regulations and federal IDEA mandates
• Complete thorough Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) statements and specialized accommodation plans

Technology & Virtual Delivery
• Deliver dynamic tele-instruction utilizing interactive digital whiteboards, specialized screen-sharing configurations, and adaptive software
• Guide onsite educational team members, paraprofessionals, and families in configuring assistive technology devices and optimizing workstation ergonomics
• Coordinate with district technology coordinators to ensure hardware compatibility with refreshable braille displays, electronic magnifiers, and speech synthesizers

Advocacy & Student Empowerment
• Foster student independence, self-advocacy, and problem-solving skills in utilizing assistive tech within general education settings
• Educate school personnel on best practices for universal design for learning (UDL) and visual environmental adaptations

Benefits of Role
• 1099 Independent Contractor Status
• Available for FT or PT schedules
• Compensation for both Direct & Indirect Service Hours (including direct instruction, material adaptation, evaluations, and meetings)
• Competitive Hourly Pay Rates
• Flexibility with schedule and working 100% from home

For additional information, please contact Charlie Harper, Account Executive @ Procare Therapy and VocoVision!
📍 (678) 538-6734
📍 [email protected]