Health and Physical Education Teacher

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$50,414 - $90,582•Onsite

About The Position

The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI) is seeking a full-time Health and Physical Education Teacher. This role involves teaching residential and non-residential students with visual impairments, ranging from elementary to high school age, in both the Indiana Core Curriculum and ISBVI Expanded Core Curriculum. The position is on-site at the school. ISBVI is recognized for its excellence in educating children and young adults who are blind or have low vision, serving as a critical resource for these students and their support networks across Indiana.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Elementary Education, Special Education, or other subject with a teaching endorsement.
Valid teaching license or emergency license through the State of Indiana.
Health K-12 endorsement.
Physical Education K-12 endorsement.
Proficient in Braille or demonstrate the willingness to become proficient in Braille.
Certification, or willingness to acquire certification, in the area of visual impairment.
Specialized and current knowledge of the subject matter to be taught and the techniques used in the area of specialization.
Specialized knowledge of modern teaching practices and principles utilized in educating impaired students.
Specialized knowledge of teaching aids and equipment for students with visual impairments.
Shows competency in vision-specific skills aligned with the grade level of instruction.
Complies with requirements of Indiana House Bill 1003 to protect the privacy of student information.
Working knowledge of school administrative guidelines and policies.
Ability to evaluate student performance, skills, and progress.
Effective communication skills.
Assist students in using self-control and self-management strategies.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

The school will pay the expenses for teachers to obtain Visual Impairment Graduate Licensure through Indiana State University.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction that addresses each student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and State standards.
Assess and document student progress and report progress to parents via IEP updates.
Supervise students to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
Lead or participate on school improvement committees.
Assist with supervision of co-curricular events.
Provide information to students in their appropriate communication mode.
Exhibit attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, and dependability.
Provide direct services and consults to students, families, and stakeholders.
Prepare lesson plans that meet the standards for ISBVI and the State of Indiana.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave, Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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