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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 Part-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).
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 to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9 - 5 as defined by the school and time zone
Experience teaching in an online/virtual environment
Strong familiarity with assistive technology for those with visual impairments
Strong content and subject-matter knowledge
An ability to support and guide adults as well as students
Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators
Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
Ability to create and deliver staff development
Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
MS365 Proficient
Ability to clear required background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is remote and open to residents of the 50 states and D.C. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).
Job Type
EOR Contractor_CW (Fixed Term) The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
