About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, K-12 Education.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking a Teacher Itinerant for Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI) students for a 9-month W2 contract based in Lakeside, AZ. This on-site role supports K-12 students with visual impairments by creating and delivering specialized instruction, developing and maintaining IEPs, and collaborating with classroom teachers, families, and related service providers.

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Duration: 9 months (W2 Contract, no benefits)
• Location: Lakeside, AZ (onsite)
• Employment type: CONTRACTOR (W2)

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality BVI instruction tailored to students' visual and learning needs.
• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans and specialized instructional materials.
• Prepare, implement, and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Assess student abilities and monitor progress; complete required evaluations and documentation.
• Use current educational and diagnostic practices for sensory-impaired students.
• Support positive behavior and effective classroom management strategies.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, parents, and related service providers.
• Travel to assigned schools and districts within the service area as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Confidential Client.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education with coursework specific to sensory impairments.
• Valid State of Arizona teaching certificate with the appropriate endorsement for Blind/Visually Impaired instruction.
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• For Teacher O&M roles: ACVREP certification may be required in lieu of ADE certification.
• Ability to pass FBI and State of Arizona background checks.
• Local Arizona residency required; willingness to travel to multiple school locations within assigned districts.

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Required Skills

• Knowledge of Arizona Academic Standards.
• Experience with lesson planning, IEP development, and student assessment.
• 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.

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Required Documents & Additional Requirements

• Updated resume.
• Proof of local Arizona residency.
• Level 1 IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• State of Arizona Teaching Certificate (or other required certification).
• Any additional position-specific licenses or certifications (e.g., ACVREP for O&M).
• 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.
• Local Arizona candidates only.

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What We Offer

• Meaningful work supporting students with visual impairments in K-12 settings.
• Structured 9-month assignment with consistent weekly schedule.
• Access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform for qualified applicants.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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