Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M) - Forest City, NC

Make a meaningful difference in students’ lives by helping them gain independence and confidence through safe navigation and mobility skills! This contract opportunity for an Orientation and Mobility Specialist offers the chance to apply specialized expertise in supporting school-aged students with visual impairments.

Key Qualifications:

• Current certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS) by a recognized credentialing body
• Experience developing and implementing orientation and mobility training programs for children and adolescents
• Strong understanding of instructional methods, adaptive equipment, and accessible travel techniques
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to travel between school sites as needed within the assigned area

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess students’ orientation and mobility needs using both formal and informal evaluations
• Design individualized instruction plans based on evaluation data and IEP goals
• Provide direct instruction in orientation concepts, cane travel techniques, use of low vision devices, and public transportation navigation
• Collaborate with teachers, related service staff, and families to create accessible environments and promote student independence
• Prepare progress notes, participate in IEP meetings, and monitor/document student outcomes
• Assist with staff development and educate school personnel about best practices in mobility for students with visual impairments

This contract role provides flexibility, the opportunity to impact students’ access to education and community activities, and the professional satisfaction of helping learners develop essential life skills.

If you are passionate about empowering students and have the orientation and mobility skills to make a difference, we encourage you to submit your application today! Let your expertise help students build skills for greater independence and success.