O&M Instructor for Visually Impaired Students (K-12)

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chester County Intermediate Unit seeks an Orientation & Mobility Instructor to provide itinerant O&M instruction to visually impaired students ages 3 through 21 across Chester County schools during regular school hours.

The role emphasizes assessment, development of O&M IEP goals, direct instruction, and collaboration with families and school staff. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7.5 hrs/day, 190 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Orientation & Mobility required.
• ACVREP Certification required.
• Current police, child abuse and FBI fingerprint background checks required.
• PA MA provider clearance by Commonwealth and federal government required.

Responsibilities

• Assess student with visual impairment to evaluate mobility needs and safe travel including cane/equipment.
• Develop O&M IEP goals including public transport and community travel for blind students.
• Provide direct O&M instruction based on students' IEP goals.
• Consult with school personnel to ensure supports for safe travel in school environments.
• Consult with families to help support students' travel skills.

Skills

Assessment

IEP development

Direct instruction

Collaboration

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Orientation & Mobility

ACVREP Certification

FBI fingerprint background check

PA MA provider clearance

Job description

The Chester County Intermediate Unit seeks an Orientation & Mobility Instructor to provide itinerant O&M instruction to visually impaired students ages 3 through 21 across Chester County schools during regular school hours.

The role emphasizes assessment, development of O&M IEP goals, direct instruction, and collaboration with families and school staff. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7.5 hrs/day, 190 days.