Teacher of the Visually Impaired

About the role

At Candor we’re a mission‑driven community of educators passionate about making a real difference. Your expertise is celebrated, and you can serve students meaningfully without sacrificing work‑life balance. Join a supportive team where growth, well‑being, and success take center stage.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Vision Rehabilitation, or a related field (required).
• Master’s degree in Education of Students with Visual Impairments or a related field (preferred).
• Valid Texas Educator Certification in Visual Impairment (EC‑12) issued by the Texas Education Agency (required).
• Certification through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (preferred).
• Knowledge of special education laws, including IDEA, and familiarity with the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process.
• CPR certification (preferred).
• Bilingual skills (preferred, not required).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ARD committees to create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) for students with visual impairments.
• Deliver specialized instruction in core and expanded core curricula, including Braille literacy, assistive technology, daily living skills, sensory efficiency, and compensatory skills.
• Collect, analyze, and document student progress data, adjusting instructional strategies to meet IEP goals.
• Work closely with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, orientation and mobility specialists, related service providers, and families; actively participate in ARD meetings and multidisciplinary discussions.
• Advocate for and implement accommodations, modifications, and assistive technologies to ensure equitable access to the general education curriculum.
• Prepare students for post‑secondary education, vocational settings, and independent living by teaching self‑advocacy, community navigation, and adaptive technology use.
• Develop plans to enhance students’ safety and independence in school, home, and community environments, including orientation and mobility skills when applicable.

Pay

Starting at $45.00 per hour, compensated for every minute worked.

Schedule

Flexible options: full‑time, part‑time, or as‑needed roles.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Mentorship opportunities and reimbursement for professional development.
• Referral bonuses up to $1,000.