2026-27 School Year Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Birch Agency; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K

PTO

Recruiter support

Job summary

Birch Agency is hiring an Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist for an elementary school in Plainfield, IL for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, in-person role focuses on helping students with visual impairments develop mobility and independence in school and community settings.

Join a collaborative special education team with competitive weekly pay and benefits. The position supports student success and independence through compliant O&M instruction and family partnerships.

Qualifications

• COMS certification required.
• Experience with school-aged students.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Orientation & Mobility services to students with visual impairments per IEPs.
• Conduct O&M assessments and contribute to evaluation reports.
• Develop individualized mobility goals and instructional plans.
• Teach safe travel skills in school, home, and community environments.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to support student progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in IEP meetings.
• Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal special education guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Independence with teamwork

Education

COMS certification

Experience with school-aged students

Job description

Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist

School-Based Location: Plainfield, IL (in-person) School Year: 2026 2027 Caseload: Elementary

Make a Difference in Students' Lives! We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist to join a supportive school district in Plainfield, Illinois for the 2026 2027 school year. This full-time opportunity focuses on an elementary caseload, helping students with visual impairments develop the mobility and independence skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.

Position Details

Elementary school caseload 2026 2027 school year

Collaborative special education team

Competitive weekly pay

Benefits available for eligible employees

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Orientation & Mobility services to students with visual impairments in accordance with their IEPs
• Conduct O&M assessments and contribute to evaluation reports
• Develop individualized mobility goals and instructional plans
• Teach safe travel skills in school, home, and community environments as appropriate
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to support student progress
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in IEP meetings
• Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal special education guidelines

Qualifications

• Certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS)
• Experience working with school-aged students
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation with weekly pay (W2)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical/Dental/Vision, 401K, PTO)
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
• Collaborative and welcoming school environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' independence and educational success