Teacher Itinerant Blind/Visually Impaired (Health Educator)

I3 INFOTEK INC; Lakeside (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

I3 INFOTEK INC. in Lakeside, AZ is seeking a dedicated Teacher Itinerant – Blind/Visually Impaired to provide specialized educational services for students with visual impairments.

The role requires delivering instruction, developing individualized lesson plans, and collaborating with educators and families. Travel to multiple schools is required; onsite work in Lakeside, AZ. Suitable for entry-level candidates with appropriate certification and residency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education with coursework focused on sensory impairments.
• ACVREP certification may be required for Teacher O&M positions (per note in posting).
• Arizona teaching certification with Blind/Visually Impaired endorsement is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction to students with visual impairments.
• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans.
• Evaluate student abilities and determine appropriate educational programs.
• Prepare, implement, and maintain IEPs.
• Monitor student progress and complete required evaluations and documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and related service providers.

Skills

Lesson planning

IEP development

Student assessment

Vision impairment knowledge

Collaboration

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education with sensory impairments

Job description

Job Title: Teacher Itinerant – Blind/Visually Impaired (Health Educator)

Location: Lakeside, AZ (Onsite)

Duration: 9 months

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (40 Hours/Week)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Teacher Itinerant – Blind/Visually Impaired to provide specialized educational services to students with visual impairments in the Lakeside, Arizona area. The selected candidate will develop individualized learning plans, deliver high-quality instruction, assess student progress, and collaborate with educators, parents, and school staff to support student success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide quality instruction to students with visual impairments.
• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans.
• Evaluate student abilities and determine appropriate educational programs.
• Prepare, implement, and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Monitor student progress and complete required evaluations and documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and related service providers.
• Utilize current educational and diagnostic practices for sensory-impaired students.
• Support positive student behavior and classroom management.
• Travel to assigned schools and districts within the surrounding service area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education with coursework specific to sensory impairments.
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Valid State of Arizona Teaching Certificate with the appropriate endorsement for Blind/Visually Impaired instruction.
• (Teacher O&M positions require ACVREP Certification in lieu of ADE certification.)
• Ability to pass FBI and State of Arizona background checks.
• Willingness to travel to multiple school locations within the assigned districts.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Arizona Academic Standards.
• Experience with lesson planning and IEP development.
• Student assessment and evaluation practices.
• Understanding of educational practices for students with visual impairments.
• Strong classroom and behavior management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.

Required Documents:

• Updated Resume
• Proof of Local Arizona Residency
• State of Arizona Teaching Certificate (or required certification)
• Any additional position-specific licenses or certifications

Additional Requirements

• Local Arizona candidates only.
• Must be available for an in-person interview within one week of the posting closing date.
• Must be able to begin work within two weeks of receiving an offer.
• Travel to surrounding schools and districts is required.