Teacher for the Visually Impaired (TVI) | Arlington Heights, Illinois

Inspire and empower students as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) in a vibrant educational environment near Arlington Heights, IL. This full-time contract position (with potential part-time flexibility) offers the rewarding opportunity to work itinerantly between multiple schools, providing specialized instruction and support for students ranging from Pre-K to transition ages.

This key role will see you not only working directly with students but also acting as a Vision Related Services Leader—collaborating with the department to deliver best practices, mentoring new colleagues, and ensuring the highest quality vision-related services across the district.

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with an endorsement for teaching visually impaired students
• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• At least 5 years of school-based experience serving students with visual impairments
• Proven ability to mentor, coach, and train educational staff
• Strong problem-solving and advocacy skills
• Must complete time-sensitive fingerprinting requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct vision services to students across various age groups and abilities
• Support families, educational teams, and administrators by sharing expertise and resources
• Serve as a coach and mentor for new and returning TVI staff members
• Advocate for necessary materials, technology, and accommodations to uphold student access
• Lead and facilitate professional development aligned with best practices in vision education

This contract runs from August 27, 2026, through June 9, 2027, with a standard schedule of 37.5 hours per week (7.5-hour days) traveling between sites within the district.

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference for visually impaired students and eager to provide leadership in an engaging, collaborative school community, we invite you to apply today! Embark on a fulfilling journey where your expertise uplifts both learners and fellow educators.

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.