Teacher for the Visually Impaired (TVI) | Westwego, Louisiana
Westwego, LA
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students as a dedicated Teacher for the Visually Impaired near the vibrant New Orleans area. This school-based contract opportunity runs throughout the 2026-2027 academic year and is ideal for passionate educators who thrive in dynamic settings and are committed to empowering visually impaired learners across several schools.
Responsibilities include:
- Delivering direct instructional support and specialized educational services to visually impaired students (specific caseload and age range to be determined).
- Traveling between various school campuses daily to address unique student needs and provide expert guidance.
- Collaborating with general educators to ensure accessible materials, including Braille and other appropriate mediums, are consistently available.
- Sourcing, preparing, and adapting specialized textbooks along with other learning materials.
- Providing in-service training for school staff to promote inclusive and supportive learning environments.
- Communicating consistently with the Louisiana Department of Education regarding student progress and the implementation of services.
- Acting as a resource and trainer for assistive technology tailored to visually impaired students.
- Teaching Braille and, as applicable, providing orientation and mobility support.
- Completing documentation, record-keeping, and any additional tasks assigned by program leadership.
Key qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and current certification as a Teacher for the Visually Impaired, including active Louisiana DOE credentials.
- Minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience within elementary, secondary, or special education settings.
- Familiarity and expertise with a wide range of assistive technologies for the visually impaired.
- Exceptional communication, analytical, organizational, and independent problem-solving skills.
- Capability to travel between school sites daily using your own transportation.
- Passing a drug screening and fingerprinting check is required.
Enjoy a stable school-year schedule of 35 hours per week, professional autonomy, and the opportunity to make lasting change for students and staff. Ready to elevate your career and empower students? Submit your application today!
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