Teacher of Visually Impaired in Schaumburg, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of visually impaired students by stepping into an influential role as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired. This is an on-site, full-time contract opportunity near Schaumburg, IL, supporting a diverse group of students ranging from Pre-K through transition ages. You’ll work as an itinerant professional, traveling between multiple school sites within the district to provide essential vision-related services and leadership.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Active Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with a visual impairments endorsement for Illinois
• Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• At least 5 years of prior school-based experience
• Comprehensive expertise in the field of visual impairments
• Strong mentoring, coaching, and leadership skills
• Fingerprinting and background check required prior to start

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct vision-related services to students in a variety of school settings
• Offer guidance to staff, students, and families on best practices in vision impairment education
• Lead training, mentoring, and coaching initiatives for both new and returning vision services staff
• Foster collaborative problem-solving and advocate for relevant resources throughout the school community
• Support caseload management and documentation for students across Pre-K through transition to adulthood

This role is ideal for a dedicated professional seeking a dynamic environment and the opportunity to collaborate across teams and positively impact students’ educational journeys. Flexibility for part-time schedules may also be available for qualified candidates.

If you’re passionate about helping students succeed and have the necessary credentials and experience, we invite you to take the next step in your career. Apply today to bring your expertise and dedication to a supportive educational setting, and make a difference where it matters most!

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.50 to $50.50. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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