Northwestern Illinois Association · 15 hours ago
Vision Teacher (TVI) - Full-Time -West region (Rockford, Belvidere)
West Region, Illinois
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$52K/yr - $106K/yrNorthwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. The Teacher of the Visually Impaired works with students with vision impairment by assessing their needs, developing individualized plans, and implementing interventions to help them succeed academically, socially, and physically.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Provide direct services to visually impaired students : Deliver specialized instruction and interventions to students with visual impairments in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), focusing on skills like Braille, orientation and mobility, and assistive technology
Collaborate with educational teams : Work closely with teachers, administrators, and specialists to develop and implement strategies that support the academic and social progress of students with visual impairments
Maintain accurate records : Document all services, assessments, and interventions provided, ensuring compliance with IEP goals and state regulations
Participate in IEP meetings : Offer expertise in visual impairment accommodations, assistive technology, and instructional modifications to ensure students receive appropriate support
Engage in professional development : Stay current with best practices in visual impairment education, assistive technology, and special education by attending workshops and training sessions
Qualification
Required
Provide direct services to visually impaired students: Deliver specialized instruction and interventions to students with visual impairments in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), focusing on skills like Braille, orientation and mobility, and assistive technology
Collaborate with educational teams: Work closely with teachers, administrators, and specialists to develop and implement strategies that support the academic and social progress of students with visual impairments
Maintain accurate records: Document all services, assessments, and interventions provided, ensuring compliance with IEP goals and state regulations
Participate in IEP meetings: Offer expertise in visual impairment accommodations, assistive technology, and instructional modifications to ensure students receive appropriate support
Engage in professional development: Stay current with best practices in visual impairment education, assistive technology, and special education by attending workshops and training sessions
Benefits
Group Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance : Available for employees working 0.75 FTE or more, with PPO and HSA options.
Defined-Benefit Pension Plans: As a local governmental agency, NIA employees who are eligible participate in either the Teachers’ Retirement System of Illinois (TRS), providing a stable, defined-benefit pension that ensures financial security in retirement.
Additional Retirement Savings Options: NIA also offers access to 403(b) and 457 retirement savings plans. These are optional, employee-funded plans that provide additional opportunities for tax-advantaged savings, helping you build a more robust retirement strategy.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave: Based on the number of days worked.
Telemedicine: Access to 1800MD telemedicine services at no cost.
Summer Work Opportunities: Opportunities to pick up additional summer work and earn extra pay.
Summers Off with Year-Round Pay
Expert Feedback and Evaluation : Receive guidance and evaluation from leaders who understand your expertise
Ready Access to Equipment and Testing Materials
Ongoing Professional Development : Enhance your knowledge and skills for school-based services
Collaborative Environment : Engage in monthly meetings, roundtable discussions, and collaboration time with colleagues
Regular 1:1 Check-Ins : Stay connected with your leaders through regular check-ins and team meetings
Mission-Driven : We are deeply committed to partnering with schools to meet the unique needs of students, making a real difference in their lives every day.
Leadership in Education : Serving 68 school districts across Northern Illinois, NIA is recognized as a leader in providing exceptional special education support.
Innovation : We continuously improve our services and embrace new technologies to enhance education and meet the evolving needs of our students.
Employee-Focused : We invest in your growth with professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment, and recognition of your contributions.
Company
Northwestern Illinois Association
At NIA, we’re all about making a difference—one student, one school, one community at a time! As a Special Education Cooperative, we proudly partner with 68 school districts across 10 counties in northwestern Illinois, bringing expert support and innovative solutions to meet the unique needs of every child.
Founded in 1969
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jon Malone
Chief Executive Officer
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