Vision Teacher; TVI

Overview

Northwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture.

This position is for the  school year. The Teacher of the Visually Impaired works 182 days per year for 7 hours per day and earns $55,501.11 – $ depending on experience.

The Teacher of the Visually Impaired works with students with vision impairment in school settings by assessing their needs, developing individualized plans, and implementing interventions to help them succeed academically, socially, and physically.

• Provide direct services to visually impaired students:
  Deliver specialized instruction and interventions to students with visual impairments in accordance with their IEPs, focusing on skills like Braille, orientation and mobility, and assistive technology.
• Collaborate with educational teams:
  Work closely with teachers, administrators, and specialists to develop and implement strategies that support the academic and social progress of students with visual impairments.
• Maintain accurate records:
  Document all services, assessments, and interventions provided, ensuring compliance with IEP goals and state regulations.
• Participate in IEP meetings:
  Offer expertise in visual impairment accommodations, assistive technology, and instructional modifications to ensure students receive appropriate support.
• Engage in professional development:
  Stay current with best practices in visual impairment education, assistive technology, and special education by attending workshops and training sessions.

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for employees working 0.75 FTE or more, with PPO and HSA options.
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plans: TRS for eligible employees; retirement savings options include 403(b) and 457 plans.
• Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave based on days worked.
• Telemedicine access via 1800MD at no cost.
• Summer work opportunities and summers off with year-round pay.
• Expert feedback and evaluation from leaders, ready access to equipment and testing materials, ongoing professional development, collaborative environment, and regular 1:1 check-ins.
• Mission-driven and leadership in education; innovation; employee-focused culture.

• Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with TVI endorsement.
• Proficiency with school-based technology and office equipment, including computers and software like Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

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