Teacher of the Visually Impaired

CCRES, Educational & Behavioral Health Services•Downingtown, PA

47d•$83,000

About The Position

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired through our partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit! SUMMARY: Teacher of the Visually Impaired serves students birth through age 21 and provides assessment, instruction, consultation, and support to promote student access, independence, and success across school settings. Orientation & Mobility (O&M) certification is preferred but not required. Applicants without O&M certification are fully eligible and will not be disqualified. COMPENSATION OPTIONS: Hourly 1099 independent contractor rate: $80/hour Salaried w2 employee, 10-month position: $83,000 with paid time off and benefits SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 7.5 hours/day 194 days/year (10-month position) Part-time contractor option available

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
PA Teacher of the Visually Impaired Certification required.
O&M (ACVREP) certification preferred but not required.
PA Criminal Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
PA FBI Clearances
Education Documentation - Official Transcripts
TB screening

Nice To Haves

Lack of O&M certification does not disqualify applicants.
Provide instruction in vision-related skills and the use of specialized materials and devices.
Teach skills that support independent functioning across environments.
Interpret the implications of visual impairment for school personnel.
Use O&M techniques, assessments, or strategies (if certified).

Responsibilities

Conduct functional vision assessments.
Provide direct instruction aligned with IEP goals.
Consult with families to support understanding of student needs and strengths.
Consult with school personnel regarding appropriate accommodations, supports, and instructional access.
Ensure students have appropriate access to visual materials and instructional content.
Participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement IEPs.

Benefits

Employer paid clearances & TB screening for w2 employees!
Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
Employer paid base medical plan!
Employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week are eligible for dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits: Life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, Norton Life Lock identity protection
403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 3% employer match
Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
Milestone service awards
Employee referral bonus
Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays
If selecting 1099 / IC role, benefits are not associated