Job Description
Catholic Charities Maine Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired Children currently has a Full-Time opening for a TVI Assistant.
The TVI Assistant is a paraprofessional who provides in-person instructional and program support to children (ages 0–22) who are blind or visually impaired. The TVI Assistant works under the guidance of the Teacher of Blind and Visually Impaired Children (TVI) to implement educational programming that supports student access and independence in the least restrictive environment. Support includes instructional activities designed by the TVI in areas such as Braille prep, assistive technology, independent living skills, and social development.
This position is primarily field-based/in-person, with responsibilities carried out in homes, schools, or community settings, while collaborating with a remotely based TVI.
Benefits:
- A choice of three (3) comprehensive medical plans
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Accident & Critical Illness insurance with a paid Health Screening benefit (optional)
- Basic Life and Long-Term Disability insurance (100% employer paid!)
- 401k agency contribution
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Bereavement Time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health and Wellness program including up to $100 reimbursement per year on health and wellness purchases, as well as access to group & individual wellness coaching
You may apply directly on our Career Center or send your resume and cover letter via email ([email protected]), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.
Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and Affirmative Action/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required (education, special education, rehabilitation services, or related field preferred, not required).
Experience working with children, particularly those with disabilities, preferred. Experience supporting students with visual impairments, Braille, or assistive technology is a plus. Experience working in educational or home-based service settings preferred.
Regular travel between service locations is required. Employee must maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record