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Teacher of the Blind Visually Impaired

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Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Elgin, IL • Full-Time • 2026–2027 School Year

PreK–12 | On-site | Competitive Pay

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) for the 2026–2027 school year in Elgin, Illinois.

This is a school-based opportunity with guaranteed hours, designated documentation and planning time, a manageable caseload, and support from both TheraPeds and the school district.

The Role

You'll work with students who are blind or visually impaired to provide specialized instruction, accommodations, and support that promote access, independence, and meaningful participation in their education.

  • Provide direct and consultative TVI services
  • Develop and implement IEP goals and specialized instruction
  • Conduct functional vision and learning media assessments
  • Support skills within the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC)
  • Provide instruction in Braille and tactile learning, when appropriate
  • Adapt instructional materials and recommend accommodations
  • Support assistive technology and accessible educational materials
  • Monitor student progress and complete required documentation
  • Participate in evaluations, IEPs, eligibility, and multidisciplinary team meetings
  • Collaborate with families, teachers, O&M specialists, therapists, and special education teams
  • Consult with school staff regarding visual access, classroom modifications, and instructional strategies
  • Support transition and independence skills based on individual student needs

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • $50-65 an hour
  • Guaranteed hours
  • 36-38 hours a week
  • Following the teacher/school calendar
  • Designated evaluation, documentation, and planning time
  • Manageable caseload
  • Educational and administrative support
  • Professional development opportunities
  • TheraPeds professional community
  • W-2 benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
  • 1099 independent contractor opportunities may be available

Requirements

Qualifications

We're looking for a TVI who has:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education, Visual Impairments, Education, or a related field
  • Active or eligible New Hampshire educator certification/endorsement for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments
  • Knowledge of Braille, assistive technology, accessible materials, and the Expanded Core Curriculum
  • Experience working with students who are blind or visually impaired
  • Knowledge of IEPs, evaluations, eligibility, and special education services
  • School-based experience preferred
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Good organization and time-management skills
  • Comfort with educational and assistive technology
  • Ability to complete required background clearances

Physical Requirements

School-based special education services are active and may require working with students in a variety of educational and community-based environments.

The TVI must be able to perform the physical functions necessary for assigned responsibilities, which may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, lifting or carrying instructional materials or equipment, and engaging with students across classroom, campus, vocational, and transition-related environments.

All responsibilities will be performed in accordance with assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits and compensation are based on employment classification and eligibility.

W-2 employees may be eligible for:

  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits, based on eligibility
  • 401(k)
  • Guaranteed hours
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Ongoing clinical and administrative support
  • Access to the TheraPeds professional community

1099 independent contractor opportunities may include:

  • Competitive contract rates
  • Benefit resources
  • Flexibility associated with independent contractor status
  • Guaranteed hours
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Ongoing professional and administrative support
  • Access to the TheraPeds professional community

Specific compensation, benefits, classification, and assignment terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement.

Who We Are

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated school-based services organization.

We understand the work because we've done the work. We partner with schools while supporting our providers with the educational, clinical, administrative, and professional resources they need to be successful.

Our focus is on building strong teams, supporting our professionals, and providing high-quality services that help students build greater access, independence, participation, and confidence.

If this sounds like a good fit we'd love to connect.

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