Orientation & Mobility Teacher

Job Details

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group O&M instruction for students who are blind or visually impaired (ages 3–21), including those with additional disabilities
• Teach cane travel, spatial concepts, environmental navigation, route planning, and community mobility skills
• Create and implement individualized O&M goals and lesson plans; track progress toward IEP objectives
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and families to integrate O&M into daily routines
• Participate in IEP meetings, prepare documentation, and enter progress notes into the student record system
• Adapt materials/approaches to meet sensory, cognitive, and mobility needs
• Maintain safety standards during on-campus and community travel instruction

Qualifications

• Certification in Orientation & Mobility (e.g., COMS, ACVREP certification) or equivalent credentialing preferred
• K–12 or pediatric school experience working with students who are visually impaired; experience with multiple disabilities a strong plus
• Strong knowledge of cane techniques, environmental modification, and instructional strategies for O&M
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; able to communicate clearly with families and multidisciplinary teams
• Valid driver’s license preferred for off-site/community instruction (if applicable)
• Willingness to complete criminal history / background checks and any required school onboarding

A Bit About Us

We are a non-profit, special education school serving children and young adults with visual impairments and multiple disabilities in an urban public-school setting. Our team is multidisciplinary (teachers, therapists, aides, and support staff) and focused on hands-on, individualized instruction that helps students achieve independence at school and in the community.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful, student-centered work with measurable impact on mobility, safety, and independence
• Collaborative team environment with strong classroom and therapy partnerships
• Regular school-year schedule (weekday hours) that supports work-life balance
• Professional development and certification support for vision services professionals

Benefits & Perks

• Health insurance, retirement plan options, and paid time off (typical school-year benefits)
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Supportive multidisciplinary team and access to classroom resources