796 orientation and mobility specialist jobs found

Primary Function: • In collaboration with Area Education Agencies (AEAs) and Local Education Agencies (LEAs), and using an itinerant model, the Orientation and Mobility Specialist provides direct and consultative orientation and mobility services to students with visual impairments, in their local school and home settings. • Formulates appropriate educational objective, activities, evaluation, goals, and instruction. • Reports student growth and programs to parents periodically. • Participates as a member of multidisciplinary teams; involved with evaluations; educational planning. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in orientation and mobility plus experience using a computer and other office equipment required. Candidates must meet State of Iowa orientation and mobility specialist licensure requirements by the time of appointment. The ability to travel throughout a designated region within Iowa on a daily basis also required. Information on Iowa licensing requirements...

Position Announcement Itinerant Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist QUALIFICATION: Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Special Education Current Ohio Pupil Services License-COMS AER/Academy certification. Must be able to travel to various locations on a daily basis. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Perform functional vision evaluations and learning media assessments on new referrals and re-evaluations as requested. Write and interpret reports. 2. Interpret eye medical reports as they relate to educational environments. 3. Assess the extent visual impairment may affect school/community travel. 4. Assist in determining the eligibility and the appropriate placement of students with visual impairment per Ohio definition of visual impairment and special education. 5. Comply with local, state, and federal regulations regarding due process procedures. 6. Serve as integral team member and work cooperatively with local school district administrators, administrators...

Itinerant Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Location: Central, MA Schedule: Full-time 37.5 hours/week Perkins School for the Blind, located near Boston, was the first school for the blind chartered in the United States in 1829. For over 180 years, the staff at Perkins have been providing quality services to students and clients who are blind, visually impaired, deafblind and multi-impaired. Perkins School for the Blind embraces diversity in ability, thought, culture and belief. We provide equal education and employment opportunities and value the unique talents and contributions of all of our students and staff The Itinerant Orientation and Mobility Specialist provides: Direct, specialized instruction and consultative services, using an Itinerant based model, as they apply to developmental and compensatory skills, for students who are blind, visually impaired including those with additional disabilities (ages birth -22). Teach...

DESCRIPTION Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O & M) (I, II) will assess the individual's current travel abilities, determine (with the individual) mobility goals, and provide training to blind and visually impaired individuals in methods of independence and safe travel, to the extent of each individual's abilities and desires. Communication with school staff is frequent and ongoing, to obtain clinical guidance in development and implementation of service plans, to ensure consistency with AVRE and ACVREP standards. EDUCATION REQUIRED A. O & M (I, II) - must possess a Master's or Bachelor's degree with specialization in Orientation & Mobility instruction. B. O & M (I) - Certification from the Academy for the Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) is desired but not required. C. O & M (II) - Certification from the Academy for the Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) is...

Position: Orientation and Mobility Specialist (Full-time ten-month assignment) Effective 2023 - 2024 AND 2024 - 2025 School Years Salary: The salary for this position will be based on EASMC salary schedule for ten-month employees. Location: Department of Special Education NATURE OF WORK: This is a professional position to prepare students with visual impairments to travel independently and safely. Orientation and Mobility (O & M) is one of the nine areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) required to be evaluated for students with visual impairments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Evaluate students and provide reports/information to the student's IEP Team for eligibility determination; Analyze data to make instructional decisions; Develop and monitor IEP goals and objectives based on assessment and data information; Deliver specialized instruction in the Expanded Core Curriculum and compensatory strategies deemed...

CERTIFIED ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY SPECIALIST The Midwest Regional ESC is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the following position: Position: Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Part-Time or Full-Time: Full-Time 5 days/week (M-F) 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Deadline to Apply: Until Filled Start Date: 8/1/2023 Building/District Location: West Central and Northwest Ohio area - locations vary by caseload Special Requirements: Must hold, or have the ability to obtain, a valid ODE Pupil Services License for Orientation and Mobility Specialist and a certification of Orientation and Mobility Specialist through AER/ACVRE. If you have questions regarding the position and/or building assignment, please contact Shawn McElroy, Assistant Superintendent at: [email protected] To apply, please complete and submit an application by clicking the application link below. You may also upload any additional documentation (for example: resume, cover letter,...

Description: Part/Full time Orientation and Mobility Specialist. Provides evaluations, IEP-based interventions, and accommodations to help students travel safely and independently in the learning environment. This person will be working with students with special needs in a public suburban school setting. Minimum Qualifications: Successful completion of the national ACVREP certification exam Valid Orientation and Mobility Specialist certificate from the Ohio Department of Education Documentation of a clear criminal record Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies Desired Qualifications: Ability to communicate effectively as a member of an educational team Uses evidence-based practice to guide therapeutic interventions Works collaboratively with team members to promote a positive learning environment Dual TVI/COMS certification is preferred...

Urbana School District #116 TITLE: Orientation and Mobility Specialist LOCATION: Based at Central Office and serves CASE Region SUPERVISOR: Assistant Superintendent for Special Services JOB SUMMARY: The Orientation and Mobility Specialist evaluates and teaches concepts, skills, and techniques necessary for a student with a vision impairment to travel safely and efficiently through many environments and under many environmental conditions and situations. It is the O & M Specialists' responsibility to assist the student in attaining independent travel skills commensurate with their age and abilities. Services may be provided through direct or consultative contact. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Evaluate students with vision impairments to determine their orientation and mobility needs in both the school and home community settings. Share and...

Orientation and Mobility Specialist / Teacher of Visually Impaired

Job Title: Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) Location: TAC Building Reports To: Director of Special Education Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 10 month, 188 days/ Exempt Salary Schedule: based on degree and experience Position Purpose: Provides direct orientation and mobility services and assessments for students in Omaha Public Schools. Essential Performance Responsibilities Provide direct O & M instruction and assessments to students and completes written reports. Develop and implement goals and objectives for student IEPs. Monitor student IEPs to determine progress and attainment of goals and objectives. Prepare weekly lesson plans according to the student IEP goals and objectives. Document student progress and provide quarterly progress reports. Participate in student IEP/MDT team meetings and parent/teacher conferences. Coordinate with other teachers of the visually impaired, speech/language pathologist, occupational...

The Orientation and Mobility Specialist is responsible for evaluating and providing educationally-based mobility and orientation services to visually impaired students with Individual Education Programs in the schools. DUTIES: Serves as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program to promote visually disabled students' social and academic skills for school success . Provides an individualized education program to meet individual needs of visually disabled students. Assists and guides teachers in the understanding of visual impairments and the use of appropriate classroom and environmental accommodations. In conjunction with a medical eye doctor's report, provides a thorough assessment and diagnosis of visual disabilities. Assists in appropriate referrals of visually impaired individuals to agencies and specialists in the community as necessary. Collaborates with classroom teachers and other school staff members to...

About Chelsea Public Schools: The Chelsea Public Schools (CPS) is a gateway school system that welcomes and educates all students and families. In CPS, we believe all children are capable of achieving their personal best by ensuring a safe and supportive environment for school and classroom environments. The school system educates over 6,200 students in 11 schools, including a pre-K-1st grade school, 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, a virtual school, and 2 high schools. CPS is a culturally responsive school district. We believe that students learn best when they are engaged in meaningful relationships that fosters and promotes high expectations and risk taking. We are a district of multilingual students where languages are an asset to student development and growth. More information about CPS can be found on our website at www.chelseaschools.com/cps. Reports To: Administrator for Special Education Job Responsibilities: The itinerant Certified Orientation and...

Intermediate District 287 is looking for qualified Orientation and Mobility Specialists like you for an open position with Itinerant Services! Intermediate District 287 is a west metro district for learners with unique needs. As an intermediate district, we provide specialized services, primarily setting IV special education, to students from 12 member districts in the west metro - Brooklyn Center, Eden Prairie, Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Orono, Osseo, Richfield, Robbinsdale, St. Louis Park, Wayzata, and Westonka. What Makes Us Special: We are a trauma-informed district. We take into account past trauma and the resulting coping mechanisms when attempting to understand behaviors and best serve our students. There is a variety of support services in each school including School Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavior Intervention Specialists and Student Safety Coaches. All of whom are student-centered and focused on building relationships with each child....

CREST Collaborative located in Andover, MA is seeking an Orientation & Mobility Specialist. CREST provides services to students ages Pk - 22 in a substantially separate educational environment as well as within school districts in the greater Merrimack Valley area. Join a growing Vision department that is dedicated to supporting and advocating for individuals with low vision. General Job Duties •Evaluation of the visually impaired for safety and mobility in the school or community setting •Teach use of low vision aides including pre-cane, white cane and sighted guide techniques •Work with teachers to assure follow through of techniques for the individual student within the classroom •Teach individuals to maximize the use of their vision and their ability to interpret other senses to make decisions in safety and mobility •Awareness and training in the use of community resources i.e. banks, Post Office, Travel ect. •Teach the social aspects of travel including asking...

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Participation in a mentor program that focuses on PBIS, SCERTS, & Deep Learning approaches Work as a productive member of the instructional team to maximize student outcomes. Maintain data collection employing research-based best practice strategies to demonstrate student progress and adjust student goals Provide support to students in inclusionary experiences within a public school setting. Implement IEP goals as developed by the educational team. Develop units of instruction that are aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, Common Core Standards and Deep Learning curriculum. Conduct evaluations and make recommendations to support the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Work with expert consultants to identify and/or develop effective support systems for students and families. Develop positive relationships with families. Develop positive relationships with internal and external community members. Participation...

Dual Certified TVI/OMS One position - Great Prairie AEA, Ottumwa, IA - Itinerant Send resume, licensure/certification, copies of transcripts and cover letter electronically to [email protected] or by mail to: IESBVI Human Resources; 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503. Additional information and job posting available at www.iesbvi.org Contact Human Resources at Phone: 712-366-3283; Email: [email protected] Primary Function: In collaboration with Area Education Agencies (AEAs) and Local Education Agencies (LEAs), and using an itinerant model, a Dual certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired/ Orientation and Mobility Specialist provides direct and consultative instruction as well as orientation and mobility services to students with visual impairments, in their local school and home settings. Formulates appropriate educational objective, activities, evaluation, goals, and instruction. Reports student growth and...

SUMMARY Effectively manage the Exceptional Education learning environment to prepare lesson plans, provide specialized instruction, evaluate, monitor, and collect data on the students' performance in order to advance student achievement. Understand and appreciate diversity. Work collaboratively with a team to plan instruction. Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning. The Exceptional Education Teacher will complete required case management duties. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate - Visually Impaired (VI) Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement Appropriate Special Education Endorsement/Approved Area Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Demonstrated success in engaging African American and Latino students Bilingual (Spanish) endorsement Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist is Preferred ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles),...

JOB DESCRIPTION Please note that this position is available for one year only. Hired candidates will be displaced or non-renewed from the position for the following school year, however, displaced teachers remain district employees and will be guaranteed a position in SY24-25. Under direction of the Special Education Administrator and Consistent with the Providence Public Schools' vision and mission, the Teacher of the Visually Impaired and Orientation and Mobility Specialist works in partnership with parents, students, and educators to promote student achievement. ***Contingent upon funding*** EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Masters degree in Vision Studies with O&M certificate. Good communication and human relations skills needed in order to implement consultative programs with classroom teachers and parents. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a member of the Team of Qualified Professionals and other school based teams to implement...

FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to provide instructional support and assistance to students served by Exceptional Children services through the direction and guidance of certified Exceptional Children educations. This TA will serve as a DeafBlind intervener for a student who is DeafBlind. The Intervener works under the direction of the classroom teacher and participates as an educational team member in developing and implementing the learner's Individualized Education Program (IEP). DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials as directed. Implement behavior plans and use prescribed strategies to respond to the individual's behavior. Monitor student movement in instructional settings such as hallways, cafeterias, bus loading zones, etc. As required ride school bus to and from with the assigned student(s). Collect and record data and monitor progress as directed. Provide personal care assistance...

Title: Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist Supervisor: Vision Supervisor and Director, Related Services Summary/Objective: Perform work associated with providing intervention and support to children who are blind/visually impaired in partnership with school districts by providing evaluation services, direct services using evidence based interventions and skilled techniques, consultative services to school personnel and families, support to educational staff, and collaboration with team members in assessment and delivery of Orientation and Mobility skills. These services enable the students to travel safely, efficiently, and independently in their home, school, and community environments. Preferred Qualifications: Dual ACVREP certification and ODE licensure as Intervention Specialist - Visually Impaired P-12 Minimum Qualifications : Hold a valid Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) certification...