Teacher of the Visually Impaired

_*Teacher of the Visually Impaired*_ *Primary Purpose:* Comprehensive role focused on supporting students with visual impairments. Provides specialized instruction and services to students from early childhood through high school. *Position Details:* * *Location*: Belvidere/Rockford, IL * *Pay:* Starting at $44 * *Hours: *May vary based on location * *Schedule: *2-3 days/wk *Qualifications:* * Bachelor's Degree in Deaf Education or related field or beyond * Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator's License (PEL) with a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) endorsement Pre-K-12. * Dual Certification: TVI and Orientation & Mobility Specialist endorsements are often preferred. *Skills & Experience:* * Experience with IEP development and assistive technologies. * Proficiency with school-based technology and office equipment, including computers and specialized software applications like Microsoft Office and Google Suite *Responsibilities:* * Direct Instruction: Deliver specialized instruction to students with visual impairments, including teaching Braille, orientation and mobility, and assistive technology, in alignment with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). * Collaboration: Work closely with classroom teachers, administrators, and other specialists to develop and implement strategies that support the academic and social progress of students with visual impairments. * IEP Participation: Contribute to IEP meetings by providing expertise on accommodations, assistive technology, and instructional modifications to ensure students receive appropriate support. * Documentation: Maintain accurate records of services provided, assessments conducted, and interventions implemented, ensuring compliance with IEP goals and state regulations. * Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in visual impairment education, assistive technology, and special education. Job Type: Contract Pay: From $44.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * IEP development and assistive technologies: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * IL Professional Educator License (PEL) (Required) * Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) endorsement Pre-K-12 (Required) Work Location: In person