Orientation and Mobility Instructor (# PDSB25-176)

Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch; Brantford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A government educational institution in Brantford is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Instructor for a temporary on-call position. The instructor will provide specialized mobility instruction to visually impaired students, develop individualized programs, and assist students in navigating their environments effectively. Candidates must hold relevant certification and possess strong communication skills. This role is critical for fostering independence among students. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• College certification from a recognized educational Orientation and Mobility instructor program.
• Training in First Aid, CPR, and Crisis Prevention Intervention.
• Experience in a child-related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide orientation and mobility instruction for visually impaired students.
• Develop and implement individualized programs for students.
• Assist students in understanding their environment.
• Explore orientation and mobility services.
• Provide instruction in mobility skills for independent travel.
• Conduct night evaluation and instruction when necessary.

Skills

Effective communication

Program planning

Knowledge of legislation and policies

Organization skills

Ability to work in a team

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

College certification from a recognized Orientation and Mobility instructor program

Job description

Orientation and Mobility Instructor

Job ID: 238678

Posting status: Open

Organization: Ministry of Education

Division: Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch

City: Brantford

Position(s) language: English

Job term: 2 Temporary – Irregular, On-Call/Supply position (to work on an as needed basis)

Job code: 50466 - Residence Counsellor 2

Salary: $28.58 - $31.44 Per hour

Competition # PDSB25-176

Provide and implement orientation and mobility instruction for students who are visually impaired.

About the job

What can I expect to do in this role?

• Provide orientation and mobility instruction for visually impaired students.
• Develop and implement individualized programs.
• Assist each student to gain a good understanding of their environment.
• Explore various types of orientation and mobility services.
• Provide each student with instruction in mobility skills to enable them to travel as independently as possible.
• Provide night evaluation and night instruction when needed for students who have difficulty travelling at night and/or have night blindness.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• College certification from a recognized educational Orientation and Mobility instructor program and/or equivalent training, education and working experience in a child related field.
• Current First Aid, CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention training and/or Behaviour Management Systems Training or equivalent.

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement suitable programs geared to the needs of each individual student.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, guidelines, and practices.
• Sound judgement/organization/planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as a member of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts.

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario’s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code‑protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti‑racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti‑Racism Policy

Additional information

Apply by: Monday, December 29, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Position details:

• 2 English Temporary - Irregular On-Call, duration up to 10 months, 350 Brant Ave, Brantford, West Region, Vulnerable Sector Check

Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours: Schedule 4-A

Category: Health and Social Services

Posted on: Monday, December 8, 2025

How to apply

1. You must submit your application using only one of the methods identified below.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
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Send application to: [e-mail] and quote Competition # PDSB25-176

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