Job Description

Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) – School-Based

Elgin, Illinois | Full-Time | September–May | On-Site

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI), also referred to as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments, for a part-time, school-based opportunity in Elgin, Illinois.

If you enjoy working collaboratively with students, families, educators, and related-service professionals while helping students with visual impairments build independence and successfully access their educational environment, we would love to connect with you.

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide special education and related services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the educational process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Our mission is to provide high-quality, student-centered services while creating meaningful connections within collaborative learning environments.

Position Details

• Full-time: Approximately 37–39 hours per week
• Assignment length: September 2026–May 2027
• Grades: Elementary or Elementary - High School
• Location: Elgin, Illinois
• Setting: On-site, in-person
• Pay: $50–$65+/hour, based on experience and employment arrangement
• Weekly compensation is based on 37.5 hours
• Guaranteed hours, including designated documentation, administrative, and planning time
• Educational services, case management, consultation, and evaluations
• Support from both the school district and TheraPeds Partners

What You'll Do

As a school-based Teacher of the Visually Impaired, you'll provide specialized instruction and support to students with visual impairments while collaborating closely with educators, families, therapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing direct and consultative educational services to students who are blind or visually impaired
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized education programs (IEPs)
• Conducting educational and vision-related assessments within the scope of the TVI role
• Evaluating student performance and monitoring progress toward IEP goals
• Providing specialized instruction based on each student's individual needs
• Supporting student access to curriculum, instructional materials, technology, and the educational environment
• Addressing skills related to the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), as appropriate to individual student needs
• Adapting instructional strategies and materials to support students with varying levels of vision and learning needs
• Providing case management services, as assigned
• Completing timely and accurate documentation, reports, progress monitoring, and educational records
• Participating in IEP meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Collaborating with parents, teachers, special education staff, therapists, orientation and mobility specialists, and other school professionals
• Providing guidance and support to classroom staff regarding instructional strategies and accommodations for students with visual impairments
• Supporting students in developing independence, self-advocacy, access, and transition-related skills
• Creating a welcoming, safe, and productive learning environment that supports student participation and independence

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, or higher, in Special Education or a related field
• Current or eligible California Education Specialist Instruction Credential – Visual Impairments
• Meets California's applicable Basic Skills Requirement
• Experience working with children or young adults who are blind or visually impaired
• School-based experience preferred
• Experience supporting high school and/or transition-age students is a plus
• Knowledge of specialized instructional approaches and accommodations for students with visual impairments
• Understanding of IEP development, implementation, progress monitoring, and case management
• Familiarity with the Expanded Core Curriculum and educational access needs of students with visual impairments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Proficient with technology and comfortable learning or using assistive technology relevant to student needs
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances
• Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, families, administrators, therapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Ability to exercise a high level of professionalism, tact, discretion, and respect for student and family confidentiality

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.

Why TheraPeds Partners?

At TheraPeds Partners, we believe school-based professionals do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and connected to the students and teams they serve.

As a therapist-owned and operated organization, we understand the realities of working within special education. We value collaboration, professional expertise, and strong partnerships between our providers and school teams.

Our goal is to provide the support professionals need to focus on what matters most: helping students access their education, build independence, and reach their individual potential.

If you're a Teacher of the Visually Impaired looking for a TVI opportunity, we'd love to connect with you.