Teacher of the Visually Impaired - $54 per hour

About the role

Are you a passionate Special Education Teacher who's ready to make a real impact in the lives of students? Supplemental Health Care is proud to connect teachers with the districts that need them most. We’re currently partnering with a school district in Sycamore, Illinois seeking a Teacher for the Visually Impaired.

Responsibilities

• Assess students and provide therapeutic interventions with the goal of maximizing students’ ability to benefit from educational programs and opportunities
• Review and evaluate effectiveness of interventions and modify interventions and ISP/IEP as needed
• Maintain appropriate documentation including written reports with detailed information to guide educational plan
• Confer and collaborate with the interdisciplinary education team, parents, and community agencies; assist with the coordination and provision of services
• Maintain and share a working knowledge of current laws, regulations, and strategies in special education
• Knowledge of Braille, vision assessment instruments and procedures, and low vision aids

Requirements

• Must have a Professional Educator License (PEL) from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
• Teaching Certification with State-appropriate Teacher of the Visually Impaired Special Education Endorsement
• Prefer 1 year of experience in a school setting

Schedule

• 13-week contract
• 37 hours per week
• 8-hour day shifts
• May be asked to travel between school locations

Pay

• $50.05 - $53.90 per hour
• 41-week contracts available
• Early Childhood through High school Caseload options
• Part time and full time options available