Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) | Baltimore, Maryland

Explore an opportunity as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist, where your expertise will make a meaningful difference for students with visual impairments. This full-time, onsite contract role is based near Baltimore, MD, and seeks two dedicated professionals passionate about supporting independence and confidence in educational environments.

What you’ll bring:

• Certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS)
• Experience or training working with students in school settings
• Familiarity with individualized education plan (IEP) processes and documentation
• Ability to conduct comprehensive orientation and mobility assessments
• Excellent communication skills with students, staff, and families
• A collaborative approach to working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Key responsibilities:

• Assess students’ orientation and mobility needs, developing individualized goals and interventions
• Deliver direct O&M instruction to students, teaching travel skills, use of canes, and navigation in various environments
• Consult with educators and families to ensure students’ needs are met within school routines and transitions
• Participate in IEP meetings, providing expertise on mobility goals and recommendations
• Document progress, maintain records, and adjust instruction as needed
• Ensure student safety during instruction, modeling and reinforcing appropriate techniques
• Stay current with best practices and professional development in the field

Enjoy the stability of a full-time, onsite position while impacting lives within an educational setting. This contract opportunity is ideal for O&M Specialists seeking hands-on experience and meaningful collaboration with educators and families.

Ready to bring your skills to a dynamic environment where your work helps students gain independence and achieve their goals? Apply today to learn more about how you can support students’ mobility and confidence in the classroom and beyond!

Compensation for this position ranges from $38.75 to $58.75. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.