Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) - Outreach Programs

Job Title

Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Job Description

The Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) plays a vital role in bringing access, advocacy, and innovation to students who are blind, low vision, or deafblind across Colorado. Reporting to the Director of Outreach Programs, this position provides instructional support, assessments, and guidance to children and families from birth through age 21.

Through collaboration with school districts, BOCES, and families, the TVI helps build inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive whether in a preschool classroom, a home visit, or a high school transition meeting. This role blends teaching expertise with creativity, flexibility, and a passion for empowering learners with visual impairments to meet and exceed Colorado Academic Standards.

The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is a Deaf- and Blind-led academy where language, leadership, and learning come together to spark growth, pride, and authenticity. We are committed to partnering with the communities we serve and aspire to build generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who transform the world.

Job Functions

• Provide standards-based instruction and assessments aligned with the Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Prepare lesson plans, adapt instructional materials, and facilitate learning across onsite, virtual, and community-based environments.
• Serve as a member of multidisciplinary teams to identify, develop, implement, and evaluate student objectives.
• Coordinate effectively with educational staff and families to support student success and program goals.
• Manage referrals, track caseloads, document service delivery, and maintain communication with contracted districts and BOCES.
• Provide student notes, progress reports, and updates to contracted districts, BOCES, and families throughout the service period (e.g., quarterly, at IEP/IFSP and planning meetings, and at the end of the contract, as appropriate).
• Submit all required documentation and paperworksuch as progress notes, data reports, and billing recordsaccurately and within established timelines and guidelines.
• Provide timely data required by the Colorado Instructional Materials Center (CIMC).
• Conduct assessments as requested by districts.
• Offer parent consultation and participate in parent-focused activities.
• Develop and deliver professional development for educational teams statewide.
• Contribute to planning and implementing short-term and Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) programming, including data collection and event coordination.
• Participate in Outreach and CSDB team meetings and other duties as assigned.
• Submit identified progress reports and notes to the school districts and early intervention brokers on the identified schedule.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education or closely related field from an accredited college or university, with specialization in Education of the Visually Impaired.

Must hold or be eligible for appropriate educator licensure in the State of Colorado, endorsed as a Special Education Specialist: Visually Impaired.

Preferred Qualification: Dual certification / licensure in Orientation and Mobility. 5+ years' experience as an itinerant teacher working with children who are blind, low vision and/or multiple disabilities. Demonstrate competency in Braille by the end of the first instructional year, as evidenced by possession of a CDE Certificate of Braille Competency.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to apply current standards-based educational practices associated with children who are blind or low vision in a variety of settings.
• Knowledge of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) for students who are blind or low vision, including those with multiple disabilities.
• Knowledge of and ability to assess and apply technology required for the position; ability to effectively use a variety of computer applications (e-mail, internet, word processing, electronic calendar, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, etc.); willingness to stay current and develop skills as needed.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively adapt and apply teaching skills, classroom management, and lesson preparation across onsite, telepresence, and multiple distance education technologies; ability to implement technology necessary to model, teach, and support students.
• Skills in task analysis, progress monitoring, ECC, assessment, behavior management, organization/planning, curriculum development, current technology practices for students with vision loss, parent relations, and teamwork.
• Knowledge and understanding of services for students with vision loss in educational settings.
• Ability to effectively implement current technologies utilized by students who are blind, deafblind, or low vision.
• Ability to resolve issues related to parent support and service delivery decisions.
• Ability to respond effectively and positively to feedback.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and participate effectively in a team setting.
• Strong, positive interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently throughout the state of Colorado.
• Proficiency or commitment to work toward proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the required skill level, as demonstrated through assessment and aligned with school policies.
• Ability to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills with CSDB staff and invested partners, and to adhere to CSDB's Core Values.

Organizational Relationships - Reports to and is evaluated by the Director of Outreach Programs

Terms of Employment Part-time (0.75 FTE), 195 days per year. The position follows a 195-day schedule, typically aligned with the academic year (AugustJune), with a flexible work schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and summer events as short-term programming and professional development opportunities continue to expand. Note: As Outreach programming evolves, summer work may become a regular part of this position's annual schedule.

Compensation: Base salary established pursuant to the Colorado Springs School District 11 Teacher Salary Schedule, based on education and experience, and prorated at 0.75 FTE.

Employment Status: At-will, with no actual, expressed, or implied contract. Effective Date November 1, 2025

Supplemental Information

Please note that communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e-mail correspondence. How To Apply: Applicants are also invited to provide/upload the item listed below to the on-line application:

• Current Resume. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete on-line application.

Important Information: Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications may also be used as a part of the comparative analysis process to rank candidates and identify a top group for interview. Read this job announcement carefully before completing the on-line application. Applications must specifically address/support applicant qualifications as they relate to the requirements listed in 'Description of Job' and 'Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions and Conditions of Employment/Additional Requirements' sections. If applicable, official transcripts and/or other supporting documentation must be provided with the application to verify education / minimum qualifications / substitution / additional requirements (unofficial or copies of transcripts may serve as temporary verification only; applicant(s) selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts to verify education). Failure to complete the application properly and include required information and/or documents, or if applications do not demonstrate that experience and/or education are consistent with the categories listed on this announcement, may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Also, in order to be considered for this position, complete applications must be received by the application deadline/closing date. Applicants will be notified of the results of this review. Please refer to the CO-Jobs State Employment Opportunities website (careers.colorado.gov) for the following information:

• State Employment FAQs
• Address Confidentiality Program
• ADA Accommodations
• Residency Requirements

In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave