Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired through our partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit!


SUMMARY:

Teacher of the Visually Impaired serves students birth through age 21 and provides assessment, instruction, consultation, and support to promote student access, independence, and success across school settings.

• Orientation & Mobility (O&M) certification is preferred but not required. Applicants without O&M certification are fully eligible and will not be disqualified.

COMPENSATION OPTIONS:

• Hourly 1099 independent contractor rate: $80/hour
• Salaried w2 employee, 10-month position: $83,000 with paid time off and benefits

SCHEDULE:

• Monday-Friday, 7.5 hours/day
• 194 days/year (10-month position)
• Part-time contractor option available

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct functional vision assessments.
• Provide direct instruction aligned with IEP goals.
• Consult with families to support understanding of student needs and strengths.
• Consult with school personnel regarding appropriate accommodations, supports, and instructional access.
• Ensure students have appropriate access to visual materials and instructional content.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement IEPs.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
• PA Teacher of the Visually Impaired Certification required.

• O&M (ACVREP) certification preferred but not required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Lack of O&M certification does not disqualify applicants.

• Provide instruction in vision-related skills and the use of specialized materials and devices.
• Teach skills that support independent functioning across environments.
• Interpret the implications of visual impairment for school personnel.
• Use O&M techniques, assessments, or strategies (if certified).

CREDENTIALS:

• PA Criminal Clearance
• PA Child Abuse Clearance
• PA FBI Clearances
• Education Documentation - Official Transcripts
• TB screening

* Employer paid clearances & TB screening for w2 employees!

Benefits

• Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
• Employer paid base medical plan!
• Employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week are eligible for dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits: Life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, Norton Life Lock identity protection
• 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 3% employer match
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Milestone service awards
• Employee referral bonus
• Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays

*If selecting 1099 / IC role, benefits are not associated

ABOUT CCRES

CCRES is a 501(c)(3) non-profit industry leader providing educational and behavioral health HR/staffing services within Southeastern PA. We work in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit to provide the highest quality behavioral health services to individuals with special needs.

MISSION STATEMENT

Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.

APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION !

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CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

(Posted 11/21/25, TY)