Teacher Visually Impaired/Orientation & Mobility Instructor
Job in
Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, 62701, USA
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
Illinois Association Of School
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Health Educator, School Counselor, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities -
Healthcare
Health Educator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Duties
* Provide educational services to students who are visually impaired ages 3 to 21
* Complete functional vision assessments and written reports
* Conduct evaluations of the orientation and mobility needs of visually impaired students, and written reports
* Facilitate students in acquiring the ability to move about and travel safely and efficiently both within and beyond familiar confines of the school community
* Participate in IEP meetings and assist the team in determining education needs related to vision
* Recommend specialized materials, equipment, and technology to meet the students' educational needs
* Provide training on materials, equipment, and technology to students and staff, as needed
* Communicate and plan with teachers about the modification of instructions to meet the students' educational needs
* Adapt materials for students who are visually impaired
* Communicate with Special Education Case Managers and Department Chairs
* Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
* Valid Illinois Professional Educator's License with Blind, Visually Impaired endorsement
* Certification through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP)
Salary/Benefits
SALARY and BENEFITS:
In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;
Go to the 25-26 SEA Salary to view the SEA Salary Schedule
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..sps
186.org/page/human-resources and click on " to view job postings and apply" follow online instructions OR
Refer application and resume to:
Jennifer Russell
Executive Director of Human Resources
Springfield Public Schools District 186
3063 Fiat Avenue
Springfield, IL 62703
Email Address
tfitzgerald
School District
.sps
186.org
Position Website
.sps
186.org
City Website
.sps
186.org
ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
12/11/2025
Start Date
N/A
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