Teacher of the Visually Impaired
Full Time • Littleton, CO
Responsive recruiter
Why Choose Candor?
At Candor, we’re not just a company—we’re a mission-driven community of educators passionate about making a real difference. Here, your expertise isn’t just appreciated—it’s celebrated. We believe you can serve students meaningfully without sacrificing your work-life balance. Join a supportive team where your growth, well-being, and success take center stage.
What We’re Looking For:
Are you a passionate Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) ready to empower students and schools? Here’s what you’ll need to join our team:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Vision Rehabilitation, or a related field. A Master’s degree in Education of Students with Visual Impairments or a related field is preferred.
Certification: Colorado Teaching License with an endorsement as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) issued by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). Certification through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist is preferred but not required.
Additional Requirements: Knowledge of special education laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and familiarity with the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. CPR certification is preferred.
Language Proficiency: Bilingual skills preferred but not required.
Your Role:
As a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI), you will play a vital role in supporting students with visual impairments by promoting independence, academic success, and access to the educational environment. Your responsibilities will include:
- Develop Individualized Plans: Collaborate with IEP teams to create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) tailored to the unique needs of students with visual impairments.
- Provide Specialized Instruction: Deliver instruction in core and expanded core curricula, including Braille literacy, assistive technology, daily living skills, sensory efficiency, and compensatory skills.
- Monitor Progress: Collect, analyze, and document data to assess student growth and adjust instructional strategies to ensure that students meet their academic and developmental goals.
- Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, orientation and mobility specialists, related service providers, and families to ensure students' needs are met in all learning environments. Actively participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary discussions.
- Promote Accessibility: Advocate for and implement accommodations, modifications, and assistive technologies that support equitable access to the general education curriculum and learning environments.
- Support Transition Goals: Prepare students for post-secondary success by teaching skills such as community navigation, self-advocacy, and the use of adaptive tools for higher education and workplace settings.
- Promote Safety and Independence: Develop plans that support students’ safe and confident navigation in school, home, and community environments.
Your expertise will help students overcome barriers, fostering growth and success in their educational and personal journeys.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
At Candor, we know that great educators deserve great rewards. Here’s what we offer:
- Competitive Pay: Starting at $60.00 per hour—get compensated for every minute you work.
- Flexibility: Choose a schedule that works for you—full-time, part-time, or as-needed roles available.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans designed with you in mind.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with matching contributions to help you secure your future.
- Professional Growth: Access mentorship opportunities and reimbursement for professional development.
- Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 in referral bonuses for bringing great talent to our team.
Ready to Make a Difference?
This is more than a job—it’s your opportunity to inspire change and grow with a team that values YOU. Don’t wait—apply today and discover how you can thrive at Candor.
Let’s shape the future of education—together!
Compensation: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour
Candor is an education staffing company built by educators. We understand the challenges schools are facing: increased demands and too few providers. To prove our commitment to our schools and students, we have made it our mission to ensure districts of all sizes have access to highly qualified, student-centered professionals who can deliver the exceptional services that students deserve.
Founded in 2019 by Dr. Todd and Kelly Kunders, Candor is a company driven by a profound mission: empowering schools to meet the evolving needs of exceptional learners. With over 35 years of combined experience in public education, Todd and Kelly witnessed firsthand the increasing challenges faced by schools in delivering meaningful evaluations and personalized support. As passionate educators and leaders, they saw the strain critical shortages placed on districts and knew something had to change. Candor was born to bridge this gap, lightening the load for schools while ensuring every child has access to the tools and resources they deserve to thrive.
Founded in 2019 by Dr. Todd and Kelly Kunders, Candor is a company driven by a profound mission: empowering schools to meet the evolving needs of exceptional learners. With over 35 years of combined experience in public education, Todd and Kelly witnessed firsthand the increasing challenges faced by schools in delivering meaningful evaluations and personalized support. As passionate educators and leaders, they saw the strain critical shortages placed on districts and knew something had to change. Candor was born to bridge this gap, lightening the load for schools while ensuring every child has access to the tools and resources they deserve to thrive.
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