Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) | Bessemer City, North Carolina

Empower students to navigate the world with confidence by bringing your expertise as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist to a rewarding contract opportunity. This role focuses on supporting students in educational settings, providing essential training and guidance to help them achieve greater independence and success in their everyday lives.

Key Qualifications:

• Certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS)
• Experience working with students who are visually impaired or blind in educational environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working closely with students, families, and school personnel
• Ability to conduct functional vision, orientation, and mobility assessments
• Familiarity with individualized education plans (IEPs) and adherence to educational best practices
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to making a positive impact

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess students’ mobility needs and design tailored instruction plans to support safe, independent travel in school and community settings
• Teach students orientation skills, cane techniques, route planning, and the use of assistive technology as appropriate
• Collaborate with special education teams and participate in IEP meetings, providing expertise and progress reporting
• Educate and consult with families and school staff to ensure environments are safe and accessible
• Stay current with developments in the field and advocate for resources that benefit students’ orientation and mobility

As you embark on this contract assignment, you will have the unique opportunity to make a measurable difference in students’ lives while working within a supportive and collaborative school community.

If you are passionate about helping students achieve confident independence and thrive in educational settings, apply today and help shape a brighter, more accessible future for every student you serve!