Vision Educator - Long Term Substitute

Evanston/Skokie School District 65; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is seeking a Teacher of Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired (Itinerant) to support students with visual impairments through specialized instruction and adaptive materials at multiple sites.

You will develop IEP goals, determine instructional methods, and conduct functional vision assessments with Braille, large print and technology tools, while mentoring staff and families.

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License with TVI endorsement.
• Ability to travel between school sites.
• Experience working with children with multiple impairments.
• Experience working as part of a team.
• Experience with school-age children.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction for students with visual impairments using Braille, large print and technology devices.
• Develop and modify instructional plans and materials to meet IEP goals.
• Conduct functional vision/learning media assessments and interpret results.
• Mentor and advocate for students and families.

Skills

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Travel between sites

Education

PEL with TVI endorsement

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Evanston/Skokie School District 65

• Position Type:
  Guest Staff/ Long Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted:
  10/2/2026
• Location:
  Individualized Education Services
• Date Available:
  ASAP

The job of Teacher Of Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired (Itinerant) is done for the purpose/s of providing specialized instruction and services to meet the unique educational needs of students with visual impairments by developing, selecting and modifying instructional plans and materials of students using Braille, large print and technological devices. Teachers will provide input regarding the planning of instructional goals, benchmarks/objectives, and methods regarding students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Teachers of the Visually Impaired will conduct functional vision/learning media assessments and provide interpretations of assessments on the impact of students' learning. An educator licensed in this field may also provide staff development and serve in the role of mentor, advisor, and advocate for the students and families for whom they serve.

Requirements:

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an endorsement for a Teacher of Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
• Licensure in Orientation and Mobility preferred
• Collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other professional staff
• Ability to travel between school sites
• Experience working as part of a team
• Experience working with children with multiple impairments
• Experience with school age children.

Compensation and Benefits (2026-2027 school year)
Minimum starting salary with Bachelors degree:
$51.81/hour (includes District paid TRS pension) - pro-rated to start date

Minimum starting salary with Masters degree:
$56.47/hour (includes District paid TRS pension) - pro-rated to start date

Postings current as of 10/16/2026 3:17:50 PM CST.

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