Teacher of the Visually Impaired - Springfield, Illinois
4 days ago
Job description
TITLE OF VACANCY: Teacher of the Visually Impaired / Orientation & Mobility Instructor
LOCATION: Travel to various schools
CONTRACT PERIOD: 180 Days
REPORTS TO: Special Education Supervisor
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator's License with Blind, Visually Impaired endorsement
- Certification through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide educational services to students who are visually impaired ages 3 to 21
- Complete functional vision assessments and written reports
- Conduct evaluations of the orientation and mobility needs of visually impaired students, and written reports
- Facilitate students in acquiring the ability to move about and travel safely and efficiently both within and beyond familiar confines of the school community
- Participate in IEP meetings and assist the team in determining education needs related to vision
- Recommend specialized materials, equipment, and technology to meet the students' educational needs
- Provide training on materials, equipment, and technology to students and staff, as needed
- Communicate and plan with teachers about the modification of instructions to meet the students' educational needs
- Adapt materials for students who are visually impaired
- Communicate with Special Education Case Managers and Department Chairs
- Other duties as assigned
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Until Filled
EFFECTIVE DATE:
First contractual day of the school year District day calendar
SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;
Go to https://SEA_Certified_Salary_Schedule_24-25 to view the SEA Salary Schedule
(the SEA Certified Salary Schedule for 25-26 is currently being reviewed)
HOW TO APPLY: go to and click on certified vacancies,
follow online instructions OR
Refer application and resume to:
Gina McLaughlin-Schurman
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Springfield Public Schools District 186
3063 Fiat Avenue
Springfield, IL 62703
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