Teacher of Visually Impaired in Des Plaines, IL

Make an incredible impact supporting students with visual impairments across a dynamic school district in the Des Plaines, IL area! This full-time contract opportunity offers the chance to enrich the lives and educational experiences of children and young adults from Pre-K through transition age. As a leader in vision-related services, you’ll collaborate with a dedicated team while mentoring and coaching colleagues, supporting best practices, and advocating for the resources everyone needs to succeed.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with appropriate visual impairment endorsement
• Master’s Degree in Education or related field
• A minimum of 5 years of school-based experience working with students who are visually impaired
• Fingerprinting required for credentialing
• Passion for mentoring, coaching, and supporting both new and returning staff
• Strong problem-solving skills, advocacy, and a collaborative mindset
• Willingness to travel between multiple school sites to meet the needs of your caseload

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and consultative vision services to students ages Pre-K through transition
• Support families, staff, and schools to facilitate student access to the curriculum
• Provide mentoring, training, and ongoing professional development for vision services staff
• Serve as a key advocate and problem solver for students and staff
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and leadership to continually improve department practices
• Help set standards for excellence in vision educational services district-wide

You’ll enjoy working in a supportive environment where your expertise and leadership are deeply valued. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a Teacher for the Visually Impaired and play a pivotal role in shaping a program, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to inspire growth, equity, and success for students and educators alike!

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.