Teacher for the Visually Impaired (TVI) | Chicago, Illinois

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity guiding educational success for students with visual impairments. This assignment seeks a dedicated professional skilled as a Teacher for the Visually Impaired, available to begin as soon as possible. With a focus on conducting essential evaluations, your expertise will shape classroom support and provide key insights for student success.

Your primary assignment will center on performing a functional vision assessment and a media assessment, gathering vital information for educational planning. Your insights from classroom observation will be instrumental in informing effective instructional strategies. Please note, this position is for on-site services only; virtual or VOCO options are not available.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Valid Illinois teaching licensure and certification in Visual Impairment
• CTE (Career and Technical Education) endorsement
• Demonstrated experience working in a school-based setting
• Strong proficiency in conducting functional vision and media assessments
• Excellent observation and communication skills
• Availability for a 30-minute interview process
• Commitment to professional and ethical standards in education

Key responsibilities:

• Complete comprehensive functional vision and media assessments
• Conduct targeted classroom observations to gather relevant data
• Collaborate with school teams to share evaluation findings
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to school procedures
• Ensure assessments are performed in compliance with state and district requirements

Embrace this chance to utilize your specialized knowledge in a supportive school environment and impact student learning where it’s needed most. If you hold the necessary credentials and are ready to begin promptly, take the next step—submit your application today! Your evaluation expertise can make a valuable difference.

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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