Teacher Visually Impaired

Kankakee Area Special Education Cooperative Member Districts - Saint Anne, Illinois Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5737372

Final date to receive applications: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

TITLE: Vision Teacher

REPORTS TO: Program Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or higher with PEL and Teacher of Visually Impaired endorsement

EVALUATIONS: Conducted on an annual basis in accordance with KASEC guidelines

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of employment, salary and benefits determined by the Board of Directors of KASEC

• Develop Individual Educational Programs for students with varying vision impairments.
  • Develop long and short term learning goals and benchmarks according to program guidelines and the IEP.
• Conduct activities reflecting IEP goals and benchmarks.
• Prepare, adapt, and provide instruction for students with vision impairments.
• Adapt curricula and use evidence based teaching practices based on student needs.
• Use technology to support student’s low vision needs in the classroom setting.
• Establish an instructional pace consistent with students' learning process.
• Monitor student performance and progress, adjusting instruction as necessary.
• Compile and maintain necessary records and progress notes.
• Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain orderliness and safety of instructional areas.
• Maintain appropriate communication with parents.

• Follow KASEC policies and procedures
• Conduct continual assessment of personal and program effectiveness
• Demonstrate flexibility and be able to adapt to change
• Use judgement appropriately
• Conduct self in appropriate and ethical manner
• Treat others with respect and dignity
• Participate in in-house and outside provided professional growth activities
• Dress appropriately and professionally

• Perform as an integral member of the KASEC team
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters
• Relate in a helpful, positive, and efficient manner with staff, colleagues, and all those in contact with KASEC

Position Type: Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Lindsey Coffey , Executive Director
• KASEC Main Office
• Phone:
• Email: coffeyl