Teacher of the Visually Impaired (Travel)

LOCATION: Lee Elementary School & Travel
CONTRACT PERIOD: 180 days
REPORTS TO: Building Principal

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator’s License with Blind, Visually Impaired endorsement
• Must be CPI certified or willingness to complete training

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide educational services to students who are visually impaired ages 3 to 21
• Complete functional vision assessments and written reports
• 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 ESY teachers about the modification of instructions to meet the students’ educational needs
• Adapt materials for students who are visually impaired
• Participate in ESY meetings with ESY teachers
• Communicate with ESY Coordinators
• Other duties as assigned

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Until Filled: EFFECTIVE DATE:

First contractual day of the 2026- 2027 school year District 186 180-day calendar

SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;

Go to https://SEA_Certified_Salary_Schedule_26- 27 to view the SEA Salary Schedule