Teacher of Visually Impaired in Irving, TX

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Job Description

Make an impact supporting students with visual impairments in a dynamic school setting near Irving, TX. In this full-time contract role, youll work as an itinerant Teacher of the Visually Impaired, serving a diverse caseload of young learners across approximately six campuses. Your expertise will guide students in reaching their academic and life skills potential throughout the 2026-2027 school year.

Key Qualifications:

• Current, active Texas Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TSVI) certification
• Previous experience supporting students with visual impairments in school environments preferred
• Strong understanding of specialized instructional strategies and adaptive technologies
• Excellent organizational skills to manage caseload, schedules, and recordkeeping
• Effective communication and collaboration with general education staff, families, and specialists
• Flexibility to adjust caseload and service locations as needs shift during the academic year

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and consultative services to students (ages vary; approximately 12-15 students on caseload, including at least three homebound learners)
• Adapt curriculum and materials to meet students individual needs, fostering access to academic content and life skills
• Conduct functional vision assessments, develop and implement IEP goals, and participate in ARD meetings
• Train and support classroom teachers, families, and staff to implement accommodations and use assistive technology
• Travel between assigned campuses within the district while maintaining clear documentation of student progress

Perks of This Opportunity:

• Contract assignment offers stability for the 2026-2027 school year (July 30, 2026 May 28, 2027)
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• Meaningful impact on students academic and personal growth in a supportive school environment

If empowering visually impaired students and working in a collaborative educational setting excites you, we encourage you to apply today. Take the next step in making a difference in students lives!