Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired

 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. Indiana School for the Blind & Visually Impaired (ISBVI):

The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is nationally and internationally recognized for its excellence and best practices in educating children and young adults who are blind or have low vision. The School is a critical resource for Indiana's children who are blind or have low vision and the teachers, parents, and caregivers who work with them. Every year, we educate hundreds of children and young adults ranging from 3 to 22 years old and living in all parts of Indiana, many of whom, due to severe or multiple disabilities, other schools in the state have difficulty serving or cannot serve.

Role Overview:

This is a full-time position with all classes being on site at the school. You will teach residential and non-residential students with visual impairments in both Indiana Core Curriculum and ISBVI Expanded Core Curriculum. You may teach elementary to high school students. Subject-area expertise will be arranged with the supervisor and based on training and experience. Teachers must be proficient in Braille or demonstrate the willingness to become proficient in Braille. The school will pay the expenses for teachers to obtain Visual Impairment Graduate Licensure through Indiana State University. 

Salary:

The School for the Blind and Visually impaired uses a qualification matrix to determine salary. Salary ranges from $50,414 for newly degreed candidates to $90,582 for highly experienced teachers. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the

Life:

Responsibilities include:

Provide instruction that addresses each student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and State standards. Assess and document student progress and report progress to parents via IEP updates. Supervise students to ensure health, safety, and welfare. Lead or participate on school improvement committees. Assist with supervision of co-curricular events. Provide information to students in their appropriate communication mode. Exhibit attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, and dependability. Provide direct services and consults to students, families, and stakeholders. Prepare lesson plans that meet the standards for ISBVI and the State of Indiana. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for

Success:

Credentials:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Elementary Education, Special Education, or other subject with a teaching endorsement. Valid teaching license or emergency license through the State of Indiana.

Additional qualifications:

Specialized and current knowledge of the subject matter to be taught and the techniques used in the area of specialization. Specialized knowledge of modern teaching practices and principles utilized in educating impaired students. Specialized knowledge of teaching aids and equipment for students with visual impairments. Shows competency in vision-specific skills aligned with the grade level of instruction.

Complies with requiremens of Indiana House Bill 1003 to protect the privacy of student information.

Working knowledge of school administrative guidelines and policies. Ability to evaluate student performance, skills, and progress.

Effective communication skills.

Assist students in using self-control and self-management strategies.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. You must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment: Certification, or willingness to acquire certification, in the area of visual impairment. Proficient in Braille or the willingness to become proficient.​ 

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the

State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program:

Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewardsHealth savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributionDeferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer matchTwo (2) fully-funded pension plan optionsA robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothersUp to 15 hours of paid community service leaveCombined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off12 paid holidays, 14 in election yearsEducation Reimbursement ProgramGroup life insuranceReferral Bonus programEmployee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visitsQualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramFree Parking for most positionsFree LinkedIn Learning access 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.

IN.gov.