Teacher of Visually Impaired -Schools of Special Education

Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) Specialist

Philadelphia, PA 19136

Position Summary

The role focuses on ensuring students with CVI receive appropriate, individualized, and evidence-based visual supports across academic, functional, and environmental contexts.

• Administer The CVI Range in accordance with established protocols and best practices.
• Collect observable, environmental, and performance-based data to determine

• Analyze CVI Range results to identify strengths, needs, and functional vision priorities.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive, and timely written reports based on CVI Range results for use in IEP and/or accommodation plan development and educational planning.

• Design and implement individualized instructional strategies aligned with students'

• Adapt and modify academic materials, classroom environments, and instructional methods based on CVI Range data (e.g., color, contrast, complexity, movement, visual field preferences)
• Provide direct instruction, consultation, and modeling of CVI-specific strategies across educational settings.
• Support students' access to the curriculum by addressing both visual and learning needs through specially designed instruction (SDI).

• Develop measurable, meaningful IEP goals and objectives grounded in CVI Range results and functional visual needs.
• Recommend appropriate accommodations, modifications, and supports related to CVI within the IEP and/or accommodation plan.
• Ensure IEP documentation reflects accurate interpretation of CVI assessment data and aligns with IDEA requirements.
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and accommodations/modifications and adjust instruction and supports as needed.

• Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, orientation & mobility specialists, related service providers, administrators, and families.
• Serve as a CVI resource and advocate within IEP teams, helping team members understand CVI and its impact on learning.
• Provide professional development, coaching, and consultation to staff regarding CVI-informed practices.
• Partners with families to support carryover of CVI strategies across home and school environments.

• Valid certification as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)
• Demonstrated experience administering The CVI Range
• Experience writing clear, data-driven reports based on CVI Range results.
• Experience adapting academic and instructional materials based on CVI Range Phase and characteristics.
• Demonstrated ability to write and implement IEP goals and specially designed instruction aligned with CVI assessment data.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and advocacy skills.

• Advanced training or certification related to CVI.
• Experience working at a school or program serving students with visual impairments and multiple disabilities.
• Familiarity with assistive technology and environmental adaptations for students with CVI.
• Experience providing professional development or coaching to educators and staff.

This is a 10-month, full-time position with benefits.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and salary requirements to Kelly Urban, Assistant Superintendent Special Education, at [SEE ORIGINAL LISTING]

PA required clearances and Safe Environment Certification, and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.

In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.