Elementary O&M Specialist - Empower Student Independence

Birch Agency; Plainfield (IL); Presencial; USD 41.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Weekly pay (W2)

Benefits available

Descripción de la vacante

Birch Agency in Plainfield, Illinois seeks a compassionate Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year. This full-time, in-person role focuses on an elementary caseload, helping students with visual impairments develop mobility and independence for school and beyond.

Responsibilities include direct O&M services, assessments, IEP collaboration, and goal development with a multidisciplinary team. Competitive weekly pay and benefits available.

Formación

• Certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS).
• Experience working with school-aged students.
• Strong communication, organizational and collaboration skills.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

COMS Certification

Experience with school-aged students

Communication & collaboration

Descripción del empleo

Birch Agency in Plainfield, Illinois seeks a compassionate Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year. This full-time, in-person role focuses on an elementary caseload, helping students with visual impairments develop mobility and independence for school and beyond.

Responsibilities include direct O&M services, assessments, IEP collaboration, and goal development with a multidisciplinary team. Competitive weekly pay and benefits available.