OM Specialist: Empower Visually Impaired Students

Western-Pennsylvania-School-For-Blind-Children-1; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children seeks an Orientation and Mobility Specialist to develop safe, age-appropriate mobility skills for students with visual impairments and multiple disabilities. The position requires collaboration with the Educational Team to promote independence and safety across school settings.

The role involves assessing student needs, providing direct instruction in various environments, and contributing to individualized education programs while upholding high

Qualifications

• COMS certification or eligibility.
• Master’s degree in Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and instruct students in orientation and mobility.
• Provide direct instruction in natural and school environments.
• Collaborate with Educational Team to develop individualized goals.
• Create and implement individualized education programs.
• Monitor student progress and report findings.

Skills

COMS knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in Education

Dual TVI/COMS certification

Job description

Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children seeks an Orientation and Mobility Specialist to develop safe, age-appropriate mobility skills for students with visual impairments and multiple disabilities. The position requires collaboration with the Educational Team to promote independence and safety across school settings.

The role involves assessing student needs, providing direct instruction in various environments, and contributing to individualized education programs while upholding high