Vision Rehabilitation Therapist; VRT

Vision Rehabilitation Therapist – Job Description

The Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (VRT) will provide IEP‑mandated vision rehabilitation therapy to students with visual impairments, supporting the development of independent living skills, adaptive techniques, and assistive technology use. Services will be delivered in Buffalo Public Schools and designated sites.

• Provide individualized and group vision rehabilitation therapy to students as required by their IEP.
• Assess functional vision needs and develop training plans for independent living and school participation.
• Deliver instruction in assistive technology, adaptive skills for personal care, communication, and mobility.
• Complete IEP documentation, progress monitoring reports, and evaluations using Frontline (IEP Direct).
• Collaborate with O&M teachers, classroom staff, families, and administrators.
• Ensure compliance with NYSED Part 200 Regulations and district data requirements.

• Services provided at Buffalo Public Schools, charter, and non‑public schools as assigned.
• Travel required between school sites; travel expenses included in hourly/session rate.
• Must deliver services in person at school locations.

• Typical school‑day schedule: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Extended school year (summer) services may be required.
• Occasional after‑school time for IEP meetings or evaluations.

• $65 per hour (all‑inclusive: therapy, travel, paperwork, consultation, evaluations).
• Session‑based billing: 30, 45, or 60 minutes as mandated by IEP.
• Separate evaluation rate: $120 per evaluation (includes report preparation).

Compensation: $65.00 per hour