Teacher of the Visually Impaired / Orientation & Mobility Instructor

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:

1. Valid Illinois Professional Educator’s License with Blind, Visually Impaired endorsement
2. Certification through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide educational services to students who are visually impaired ages 3 to 21
2. Complete functional vision assessments and written reports
3. Conduct evaluations of the orientation and mobility needs of visually impaired students, and written reports
4. Facilitate students in acquiring the ability to move about and travel safely and efficiently both within and beyond familiar confines of the school community
5. Participate in IEP meetings and assist the team in determining education needs related to vision
6. Recommend specialized materials, equipment, and technology to meet the students’ educational needs
7. Provide training on materials, equipment, and technology to students and staff, as needed
8. Communicate and plan with teachers about the modification of instructions to meet the students’ educational needs
9. Adapt materials for students who are visually impaired
10. Communicate with Special Education Case Managers and Department Chairs
11. Other duties as assigned

  HOW TO APPLY: go to https://www.sps186.org/page/human-resources 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

  217-525-3006