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ProCare Therapy
Remote Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) - Wyoming
Job Description
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or Visual Impairments, active Teacher of the Visually Impaired certification and 1+ years Teacher of the Visually Impaired experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education with an emphasis/specialization in Visual Impairments from an accredited institution
- Active Wyoming Educator License with a Visual Impairment (K-12) endorsement issued by the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB)
- Proficiency in Braille literacy instruction, assistive technology for the visually impaired, and functional vision evaluations
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience (school-based and/or teletherapy preferred)
- Familiarity with Wyoming special education rules, IEP development, and the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC)
- Strong instructional, organization, and communication skills
- Comfortable using telepractice platforms, screen readers, and remote learning tools Key Responsibilities Assessment & Instruction
- Conduct virtual Functional Vision Assessments (FVAs), Learning Media Assessments (LMAs), and assistive technology evaluations
- Deliver individualized, direct virtual instruction and consultative support tailored to students who are blind or visually impaired
- Teach and reinforce the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), including Braille reading/writing, visual efficiency, and compensatory access skills
- Monitor student progress and modify educational materials to facilitate access to the general education curriculum Collaboration & Support
- Collaborate closely with general and special education teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and Orientation and Mobility (O&M) specialists
- Provide actionable recommendations for classroom accommodations, modified media, digital accessibility, and tactile resources
- Participate actively in virtual IEP team meetings, multidisciplinary evaluation reviews, and student planning conferences Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of direct service logs, progress reports, and IEP goal updates
- Ensure all evaluations and instructional services strictly comply with Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) standards, local district policies, and IDEA mandates
- Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports and state-required compliance paperwork Technology & Digital Accessibility
- Utilize virtual learning platforms, digital magnification software, screen-reading tools, and accessible online media
- Convert instructional and assessment materials into accessible formats (digital Braille files, large print, tactile graphics, audio)
- Guide onsite school facilitators and families with setting up and troubleshooting assistive vision technology Advocacy & Empowerment
- Empower students to develop self-advocacy skills, understand their visual diagnoses, and independently navigate assistive tools
- Provide specialized training and resources to school staff regarding visual impairment accommodations and inclusive classroom practices Benefits of Role
- 1099 Independent Contractor Status
- Compensation for both Direct & Indirect Service Hours
- Competitive Hourly Pay Rates
- Flexibility with schedule and working 100% from home For additional information, please contact Charlie Harper, Account Executive @ Procare Therapy and VocoVision!
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$65,484 / year median in the U.S.
+8% projected growth