Orientation & Mobility Specialist (Houston TX)

Essential Functions

• Provide in-person O&M assessments and direct services per IEP requirements.
• Communicate with parents, teachers, and students to develop consistent service schedules.
• Develop IEP goals relevant to the educational setting.
• Teach travel skills including sensory efficiency, cane techniques, orientation strategies, and environmental awareness.
• Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology recommendations to school staff.
• Maintain compliance with state, and school regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation including service logs and progress reports.
• Collect data to track progress toward IEP goals.
• Provide training and guidance to families and staff.
• Participate in IEP meetings and school team activities.
• Maintain a professional work environment and dependable schedule.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist.
• Certificates And Licenses: Valid state certification in Orientation & Mobility as required by the state department of education.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with consistent availability during typical school hours.
• Experience supporting students in virtual settings.
• Familiarity with assistive technology used by students with visual impairments.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Ability to travel for face-to-face O&M services.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems such as MS365.

Compensation

$60-90/hr.

Work Environment

Requires regular travel to provide face-to-face services and remote administrative work from a professional home office.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

Other Duties

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.