Duties
Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assess functional vision through testing, observation, consultation, and reading of ophthalmologist or optometrist’s report; Participate in educational staffings concerning individual students; Develop and implement IEP goals/objectives in conjunction with the IEP team ; Provide instruction to visually impaired students as stated on IEP; Identify the needs of students with visual impairments and monitor/consult/provide direct instruction to the students in the least restrictive environment; Work with NPT staff to order, adapt, create and utilize all instructional curricular materials necessary and procure and correctly utilize adaptive equipment for meeting the full academic potential of those children with visual impairments in the regular classroom; Provide consultation to school personnel concerning the student’s functional vision ; Train teachers on needed classroom modifications, and how to utilize adapted materials and equipment; Provide support and assistance with parent education and understanding of student’s visual problems; Maintain appropriate records and service log.
Qualifications
ISBE PEL- Teacher of Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired Working knowledge of Braille and the teaching of Braille Willingness and ability to travel among the member districts the cooperative serves.
Salary/Benefits
Pay range from $42,411.00-$100,000 (full time). Benefits include: 205 day contract, Board Paid TRS, Health (BCBS), Vision, Dental and Life insurance options, 3 personal days and 14 sick days.
How to Apply
Email Resume to Kelly Suey at ksuey@nptsped.com