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 / hourSalaried w2 employee, 10-month position : $83,000 with paid time off and benefitsSCHEDULE :
Monday–Friday, 7.5 hours / day194 days / year (10-month position)Part-time contractor option availablePRIMARY 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.Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS :
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 .PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :
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).CREDENTIALS :
PA Criminal ClearancePA Child Abuse ClearancePA FBI ClearancesEducation Documentation - Official TranscriptsTB screeningEmployer paid clearances & TB screening for w2 employees!Benefits
Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefitsEmployer 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 protection403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 3% employer matchEmployer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition discounts through educational partnershipsMilestone service awardsEmployee referral bonusGift card raffle on pay-day FridaysIf selecting 1099 / IC role, benefits are not associatedABOUT CCRES
CCRES is a 501(c)(3) non-profit industry leader providing educational and behavioral health HR / staffing services within Southeastern PA. We work in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit to provide the highest quality behavioral health services to individuals with special needs.
MISSION STATEMENT
Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.
APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION !
For a complete listing of available positions with CCRES please click here : https : / / apply.workable.com / ccres / ?lng=en
CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
(Posted 11 / 21 / 25, TY)