Certified Orientation Mobility Specialist (COMS)

Boothby Therapy Services LLC; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Professional development

Supportive culture

Job summary

Boothby Therapy Services LLC is seeking a part-time Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) to support students with visual impairments in navigating school, home, and community environments. Join a collaborative team dedicated to empowering independence and confidence for children.

You will provide individualized instruction, assess needs, and develop goals while collaborating with families and school teams. The role emphasizes accessibility and meaningful participation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Orientation and Mobility from an accredited program.
• Current certification or eligibility for certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist.
• Strong knowledge of independent travel skills, mobility techniques, and adaptive instruction.
• Ability to individualize services for students with diverse needs.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
• Genuine commitment to empowering students with visual impairments.

Responsibilities

• Teach safe, effective independent travel, orientation, and mobility skills.
• Assess each student's strengths, needs, and learning environment.
• Adapt instruction using visual, auditory, tactile, and nonvisual strategies.
• Develop individualized goals and service plans.
• Collaborate with families, educators, related-service providers, and school teams.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Advocate for accessibility, independence, and meaningful participation.

Skills

Independent travel

Mobility techniques

Adaptive instruction

Individualized services

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Advocacy for accessibility

Education

Degree in Orientation and Mobility

Current certification or eligibility

Job description

Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) | $55–$65/Hour

Full-Time | Southern New Hampshire & Northern Massachusetts | 2026–2027 School Year | Relocation Assistance Available

Empower Independence. Build Confidence. Help Children Succeed.

At Boothby Therapy Services, our mission is simple but powerful: Help Children Succeed.

We are seeking a part-time Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) to help students with visual impairments develop the skills, confidence, and independence needed to navigate their schools, homes, and communities safely.

Whether you are newly certified or an experienced professional, you will join a kind, collaborative team that values your expertise and supports the meaningful work you do every day.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $55–$65 per hour
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Ongoing professional support and development
• A welcoming culture grounded in professionalism, empowerment, and kindness

Your Impact

As an Orientation & Mobility Specialist, you will provide individualized instruction that helps students participate more fully and independently in school and everyday life. You will:

• Teach safe, effective independent travel, orientation, and mobility skills
• Assess each student's strengths, needs, and learning environment
• Adapt instruction using visual, auditory, tactile, and nonvisual strategies
• Develop individualized goals and service plans
• Collaborate with families, educators, related-service providers, and school teams
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation
• Advocate for accessibility, independence, and meaningful participation

What You'll Bring

• A degree in Orientation and Mobility from an accredited program
• Current certification-or eligibility for certification-as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist
• Strong knowledge of independent travel skills, mobility techniques, and adaptive instruction
• The ability to individualize services for students with diverse needs
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• A genuine commitment to empowering students with visual impairments

Find Meaning in Your Work

Every new skill can open a door for a student-from confidently navigating a school hallway to participating more independently in the wider community. At Boothby, you will have the support of a team that recognizes the importance of your work and shares your commitment to helping children thrive.

Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.