Teacher Visually Impaired - Blacksburg, VA
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Teacher of the Visually Impaired – Blacksburg, VA
AIS is looking for certified Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) in Blacksburg, Virginia, to join our team of independent contractors. TVIs are itinerant and work in person in local school divisions to provide quality services to students with visual impairments and blindness. Part‑time and full‑time opportunities are available.
The TVI functions as a student’s educational team member to provide comprehensive assessments and services to school‑aged students. The TVI assists in developing and implementing IEPs specific to visual impairments. The candidate must possess a working knowledge of assessment and instructional practices, evidence‑based research, recommended best practices, technologies available for low‑ and high‑tech AT, and the expected roles and responsibilities of a TVI within a school environment.
Responsibilities- Provide comprehensive assessment and instruction for students with visual impairments and blindness.
- Collaborate with school staff, teachers, and service providers to develop and implement IEPs and 504 plans.
- Conduct and write FVALMA assessments and recommendations.
- Provide consultation and training to teachers and service providers regarding visual impairments.
- Maintain knowledge of special education regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Must hold a professional license in visual impairment.
- Preferred work‑related experience as a TVI.
- Considerable knowledge of special education regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Experience writing and implementing IEPs and 504 plans.
- Experience conducting and writing FVALMA assessments and recommendations.
- Working knowledge of Braille and low‑vision skills.
- Experience providing consultation and training to teachers and service providers regarding visual impairments.
- Excellent human relations, interpersonal communications, conflict resolution, organizational, and planning skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the characteristics of individuals with a variety of disabilities, especially visual impairments.
- Ability to recognize and respond to individual student differences.
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with parents, co‑workers, school staff, and service providers.
Office: 100 England St., Ashland, VA 23005
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