Teacher for the Visually Impaired

Special Education Teacher – Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI)

Morehouse Parish Student Services Center (MSSC) 1607 Martin Luther King South Bastrop, Louisiana 71220

MSSC and Assigned School Sites

Morehouse Parish School District is seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Special Education Teacher – Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) to serve students from PreK through 12th grade. This is an itinerant position that provides specialized instruction and support to students with visual impairments across multiple school sites.

The TVI will deliver direct and consultative services aligned with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), support access to the general education curriculum, and collaborate with educators, families, and related service providers to ensure equitable and meaningful educational opportunities.

This role requires travel between schools and, when appropriate, may include services provided in homes, daycares, or community-based settings in accordance with student needs and IEP requirements.

To ensure students with visual impairments have equitable access to high-quality instruction and the general education curriculum by providing specialized instruction, consultation, and support services aligned with LDOE policies, IDEA, and best practices in visual impairment education.

Employment Type: Full-Time, 9-Month Contract Salary: Based on MPSD Teacher Salary Schedule and applicable state guidelines Travel: Required between school sites; mileage reimbursement provided per district policy Reports To: Director of Special Education, and School Principals (as assigned)

Performance evaluated by the Director of Special Education and/or assigned school administrator.

June 30, 2026 – July 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM (Position remains open until filled)

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Please upload the following: - Current resume - College transcripts - Valid Louisiana teaching/leadership certifications - Supporting documents demonstrating qualifications and experience

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Provide direct specialized instruction to students with visual impairments across PreK–12 Deliver instruction in Braille, assistive technology, visual efficiency, and compensatory skills Adapt instructional materials (large print, Braille, digital formats) Support access to general education curriculum

Participate in IEP development and implementation Conduct and contribute to evaluations and assessments Maintain compliance with IDEA and LDOE regulations Maintain service logs and progress data

Collaborate with teachers and related service providers Provide staff training and consultation Communicate with families regarding progress and strategies

Travel between assigned schools to deliver services Provide services in homes, daycares, and community settings when required Maintain a structured service schedule

Participate in professional development Maintain knowledge of best practices Develop a professional growth plan Perform other duties as assigned

Valid Louisiana teaching certificate in Special Education or related field Eligibility for or current certification as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments Knowledge of special education laws and instructional practices Strong communication and collaboration skills

Certified teachers without VI endorsement must agree to pursue add-on certification within a district-approved timeframe.

Current TVI certification Experience with visually impaired students Knowledge of Braille and assistive technology Experience in itinerant teaching

Special Education Department View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Teresa Merritt, Personnel Director View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io

Morehouse Parish School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other protected status.