VIT / Visual Impairments Teacher in TUKWILA, WA

Estimated payment breakdown $2,168 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipends

Specialty:

VIT Start Date:

8/26/2026

Duration:

36 38 hours per week

Shift:

8:00 am to 3:30 pm

Employment Type:

Traveler Seeking a Teacher of the Visually Impaired to join our team in WA state for the 2026-27 school year. Great opportunity to enjoy the Pacific North West and all of the beautiful scenery and outdoor activities it has to offer. You'll make a difference in kids' lives everyday while investing in yourself on this lucrative travel assignment. Situated south of Seattle, Tukwila is the metro area's most accessible, affordable, and multicultural destination.

Key Details:

Assessments:

Conduct Functional Vision Assessments (FVA) and Learning Media Assessments (LMA) to determine how a student uses their vision in educational settings and identify their primary literacy media (e.g., Braille, large print, or auditory).

IEP Development:

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary Individualized Education Program (IEP) team to develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals.

Specialized Instruction:

Teach the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), which includes compensatory skills, sensory-motor skills, independent living skills, and assistive technology.

Material Adaptation:

Modify and format classroom materials into accessible formats, such as Braille, tactile graphics, or enlarged print.

Consultation & Collaboration:

Serve as the vision expert on the educational team.

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education with a specialized endorsement or focus on Visual Impairments.

Certification:

Valid state teaching license (Special Education or General Education) along with a TVI credential. A CDE Certificate of Braille Competency or equivalent National Literary Braille Competency test is frequently required.

Technology Proficiency:

Working knowledge of both low- and high-tech assistive devices, such as screen readers, magnifiers, Braille printers, and built-in accessibility features on tablets and computers Our awesome Ardor benefits include: Weekly pay, every Friday! Major medical/dental and vision/pet insurance on day 1 for you and your family. Family planning benefits like IVF coverage. Life insurance with extensive family health options. Lucrative pay package with travel per diems available Our Travel Farther Together referral program allows you to make up to $1,200 per clinician you refer to Ardor! Dedicated 24/7 access to recruiting & clinical support on assignment (Don't worry, you are never alone!) White glove resume & onboarding assistance License reimbursements & CE assistance2 24/7 Emergency Hotline - Connect directly to our team. A.S.K. (Allied Support for Kids) is a full service pediatric and school-based placement firm focused on your career goals. Whether it's the excitement of a travel assignment or the stability of long term employment you're looking for, we're here to meet your needs. Looking for the next great step in your practice as a pediatric clinician? Just A.S.K.!

Our Awesome Benefits include:

Weekly pay — every Friday! Major medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance starting Day 1 for you and your family Family planning benefits, including IVF coverage Life insurance with extensive family health options Travel Farther Together Referral Program — earn up to $1,200 per clinician you refer! 24/7 access to dedicated recruiting & clinical support (you're never alone on assignment!) White-glove resume & onboarding assistance License reimbursements & CE assistance² 24/7 Emergency Hotline — connect directly to our team whenever you need us Meet Ardor Health Solutions Ar•dor /'ärd?r/ — noun: enthusiasm or passion Founded in 2001, Ardor Health is a Women & Family owned and operated Nursing, Allied, and Therapy staffing agency based in Tampa, FL. For nearly 25 years, our mission and vision have remained simple: passion and empowerment. We deliver quality care when and where it's needed most. Our commitment to impact beyond the contract empowers healthcare professionals to discover purpose and flexibility in their journey. At Ardor, we don't just recruit — we build community. We value transparency in pay (no bait & switch) and communication (no ghosting or ambiguity). You choose your assignment, and we're right there with you, supporting and cheering you on every step of the way.

Travel Farther Together Referral Program:

Payout is tiered. The $1,200 per clinician reward applies only after you've referred 10 or more clinicians who successfully contract with Ardor.

Payouts are split:

50% when the referred clinician starts, and 50% when they reach the midpoint of their assignment.

License, Certification & CE Assistance:

Reimbursements and assistance are offered on a case-by-case basis. Approval must be documented by your recruiting team and is not guaranteed for every clinician or assignment. 820456