Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)

Description

Organization Overview

Excel Academy is a network of 5 schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5-12 to succeed in high school and college and engage productively in their communities. The majority of our 1,700 students identify as Latinx or Hispanic and will be the first in their families to graduate from college. Families choose Excel because our students consistently outperform their peers in growth and achievement and are 5x more likely to graduate from college.


At Excel, we believe that every student-regardless of race, zip code, or economic status-deserves access to a free, high quality holistic education. During their middle school journey with us, students grow at a pace faster than most peers in their state. This is possible through a combination of high expectations, rigorous instruction, and individualized support. At our nationally ranked high school, students achieve at the highest level and are poised for success in their chosen college or career path.


About our Team

Everyday, our team members choose to be positive, drive their own growth, uplift one another, and hold the highest possible beliefs for what students can achieve.


About the Role

Excel Academy is seeking a Contracted Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) to provide specialized instructional services to on student with visual impairments. This is a part-time contracted role (approximately 1 day per week for 4 hours). The TVI will deliver direct instruction, consult with staff and families, and support students' access to the curriculum in alignment with their IEPs.

Scope of Services

The Contracted TVI will:

• Provide direct instruction and consultation to approximately two students with visual impairments in accordance with their IEP goals and service hours;
• Conduct functional vision assessments and contribute to IEP planning, development, and progress monitoring;
• Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and accessible instructional materials (braille, large print, digital, etc.);
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and student support staff to ensure consistent implementation of accommodations and strategies;
• Train staff and families on techniques and tools that support student independence and access;
• Provide documentation of services delivered and submit timely progress reports as required by Excel Academy and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• A valid Massachusetts teaching license as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI);
• Experience providing direct and consultative services to students with visual impairments in school settings;
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills;
• Ability to work independently in a very part-time contracted capacity.

Preference will be given to applicants who also:

• Have experience in public or charter schools;
• Speak Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic fluently;
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive practices and equity in education.

Excel Academy Charter Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, special need, proficiency in the English language or a foreign language or prior academic achievement.


Applications will be reviewed as they are received and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.