NHS Human Services, Inc.

Job Description The STAGES Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) -CONTRACTOR is a state certified teacher responsible for providing services to eligible special education students with visual impairments. The scope of services and supports provided by the teacher will be determined by the students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The teacher serves as a collaborative member of a team that supports students in a virtual academic environment. The Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) - Contractor may be asked to obtain licensure in multiple states and serve students across multiple schools. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099). This is a Full-Time role M-F Between the hours of 8am and 5pm ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099). This is a Full-Time role M-F Between the hours of 8am and 5pm * Ensure all assigned services are provided as determined by the IEP team by: * Communicating with parents and teachers to develop a schedule that encourages regular attendance and participation by the student * Developing progress reports and other state-specific required special education documentation * Using provided resources to ensure accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities such as assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text are made available * Maintain compliance with state, school, and company regulations * Instruct students/families/teachers in the use of appropriate communication strategies and technologies for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of visual impairments and improving student success in the classroom * Serve as Teacher of Record (TOR) for assigned caseload * Maintain files and/or records using specified systems, e.g., progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, reports, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance * Collect data and work samples to monitor student progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives * Document all contact with parents and interventions with students * Provide rich and engaging educational experiences for students * Commitment to personalizing learning for all students * Demonstrate a belief in all students' ability to succeed and meet high expectations * Understand that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain a positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner * Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information * Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, caregivers, and school staff * Be available to students, caregivers, and staff during designated work hours * Work from a professional home office environment, conducive to video and audio needs and a structured schedule * Must be self-motivated, dependable, creative, and passionate about meeting the needs of students Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 2 years experience in public school environment as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) Certificates and Licenses: State specific educator license in area of Visual Impairments or related field DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Ability to work independently, with availability during typical school hours of at least 20 hours per week is required. Ability toApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjQ4Mjk0LjEwNTA4QHN0cmlkZWluY2NvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t