100% Remote Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) - Texas Public Schools

Qualifications
• Dual Licensure Requirement: Active, valid standard Texas Educator Certificate with a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI / EC–12) or Visually Impaired endorsement issued by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) / Texas Education Agency (TEA) AND active professional licensure/certification in the state where you currently reside (if different)
• Master’s degree in Special Education with a concentration in Visual Impairment or related educational field from an accredited university
• Minimum of 2+ years of school-based TVI experience practicing within the last 5 years
• Comprehensive proficiency in Unified English Braille (UEB), Nemeth code, tactile graphics interpretation, and visual assistive technology
• In-depth familiarity with Texas Education Agency (TEA) Chapter 89 special education rules, the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), and ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) committee processes
• Demonstrated clinical and educational expertise in conducting virtual Functional Vision Evaluations (FVE/FVA) and Learning Media Assessments (LMA)
• Strong caseload management, IEP goal drafting, and remote interdisciplinary communication skills
• High-speed internet connection, dedicated home workspace, and comfort navigating remote telepractice platforms and district special education software (e.g., eSped, Frontline)

Key Responsibilities

Direct Virtual Instruction & ECC Programming
• Deliver direct specialized virtual instruction in Unified English Braille (UEB), Nemeth code, tactile literacy, and low-vision efficiency skills aligned with student IEP goals
• Implement and guide instruction across the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), including compensatory skills, assistive technology, sensory efficiency, and self-advocacy
• Adapt and transcribe general curriculum materials into accessible digital formats, large print, and embossed braille in coordination with onsite campus staff
• Collect, analyze, and maintain objective instructional data continuously to monitor progress toward annual IEP goals

FVE/LMA Diagnostics & ARD Committee Leadership
• Conduct and interpret virtual Functional Vision Evaluations (FVE) and Learning Media Assessments (LMA) to guide placement, service minutes, and accommodation profiles
• Prepare comprehensive, legally defensible evaluation reports adhering strictly to TEA guidelines and federal IDEA timelines
• Participate actively as a required member of virtual ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) committee meetings, annual reviews, and re-evaluations
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding visual accommodations, font contrast, lighting adjustments, screen reader software, and preferential seating

Documentation & State Compliance
• Maintain accurate, compliant, and timely documentation of direct service logs, session progress notes, and six-week/nine-week IEP progress reports
• Ensure all instructional programming and evaluation timelines strictly adhere to TEA mandates, district policies, and IDEA regulations
• Complete thorough Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) statements and state compliance paperwork

Technology & Virtual Delivery
• Utilize interactive digital whiteboards, screen-sharing tools, and video-conferencing technology to deliver engaging remote instruction
• Guide students and school teams on leveraging screen readers (JAWS, NVDA), screen magnification (ZoomText), electronic braille displays, and digital magnifiers
• Coordinate with onsite campus facilitators, educational aides, and families to position cameras, manage physical tactile tools, and verify testing integrity

Benefits & Compensation
• 1099 Independent Contractor Status
• Available for FT or PT schedules
• Compensation for both Direct & Indirect Service Hours (instruction, braille transcription/prep, assessments, and ARD meetings)
• Estimated Pay Range: $40 – $48 / hr (commensurate with experience, district budget, and candidate fit)
• 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]📍