Teacher for the Visually Impaired | Tavares, Florida

Make a meaningful impact by supporting students with visual impairments in a dynamic K-12 environment with this contract opportunity in the Tavares, FL area. As a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) with an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS) certification, you'll serve approximately 15-20 students across multiple campuses, providing both direct and consultative services. This role offers a unique blend of in-person and potential hybrid/virtual work, dependent on district discussions and candidate preferencesa fantastic fit for those open to travel and flexible work arrangements.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Florida Professional TVI license required
• Orientation & Mobility Specialist certification (OMS) required
• Testing and assessment background needed
• School-based experience is highly preferred, though exceptional candidates without this are welcome
• Ability to work with K-12 students in itinerant settings (visiting 2-3 campuses daily)
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Your Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized instruction and consultation for K-12 students with visual impairments (caseload of ~22 district-wide)
• Develop and implement individualized educational plans and conduct formal student screenings
• Work itinerantly, traveling between up to 13 schools (district office serves as your home base)
• Collaborate with educators and families, supporting both direct and indirect service models
• Adhere to district credentialing, onboarding, and timesheet requirements
• Participate in the districts onboarding process to ensure timely credentialing and placement

This full-time role (35 hours a week, 8:00 am-3:30 pm) is ideal for travel-loving professionals. District scheduling support ensures your weekly routes are manageable and tailored to your needs, and some roles may allow for hybrid, consultative virtual work. The district is actively scheduling interviews and eager to consider candidates who are ready to make a difference.

Take the next step in your career by applying todayhelp shape accessible learning paths for exceptional students!