Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Therapeds Partners; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 78,000 - 106,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Competitive hourly compensation

Professional development opportunities

W-2 benefits: medical, dental, vision,

401(k)

1099 contractor opportunities may be a

Clinical and administrative support

Professional community access

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking an Orientation & Mobility Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year in Blue Ash, OH. This on-site, part-time role offers guaranteed hours and a manageable caseload working with students who are blind or visually impaired.

You will conduct assessments, develop IEP-aligned goals, teach safe travel and mobility skills, and collaborate with families and school staff to support student independence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Orientation & Mobility or Visual Related Field
• Current COMS credential through ACVREP or equivalent
• Active or eligible for NH credential required for school-based O&M
• Experience with children who are blind or visually impaired
• School-based experience preferred
• Knowledge of IEPs, evaluations, transition planning, and special education services
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Good organization and time-management skills
• Ability to travel with and instruct students across environments
• Ability to complete required background clearances

Responsibilities

• Provide individual O&M instruction based on student needs and IEP goals
• Conduct O&M assessments and reevaluations
• Develop and implement individualized O&M goals and service plans
• Teach safe and independent travel skills across school, home, and community environments as appropriate
• Provide instruction in spatial awareness, orientation, sensory efficiency, environmental concepts, and mobility techniques
• Teach and support use of the long cane and other mobility tools
• Address street crossings, public transportation, community travel, and transition-related mobility skills
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on individual needs
• Complete evaluations, progress reports, service documentation, and IEP-related records
• Participate in IEP, eligibility, transition, and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Collaborate with families, TVIs, teachers, therapists, special education staff, and other school professionals
• Provide consultation and recommendations regarding accessibility, environmental modifications, and student safety

Skills

COMS credential

School-based experience

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or master's in Orientation & Mobility or Visual Related Field

Job description

• 2026-2027 School Year PreK-12 | On-site | Competitive Pay

Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M)

Blue Ash, OH

• Part-Time
• 2026-2027 School Year PreK-12 | On-site | Competitive Pay

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M) for the 2026-2027 school year in Blue Ash, Ohio. This is a school-based opportunity with guaranteed hours, designated documentation and planning time, a manageable caseload, and support from both TheraPeds and the school district.

The Role

You’ll work with students who are blind or visually impaired to develop the skills they need to travel safely, confidently, and independently within their school and community environments.

• Provide individual O&M instruction based on student needs and IEP goals
• Conduct O&M assessments and reevaluations
• Develop and implement individualized O&M goals and service plans
• Teach safe and independent travel skills across school, home, and community environments as appropriate
• Provide instruction in spatial awareness, orientation, sensory efficiency, environmental concepts, and mobility techniques
• Teach and support appropriate use of the long cane and other mobility tools
• Address street crossings, public transportation, community travel, and transition-related mobility skills as appropriate
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on individual needs
• Complete evaluations, progress reports, service documentation, and IEP-related records
• Participate in IEP, eligibility, transition, and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Collaborate with families, TVIs, teachers, therapists, special education staff, and other school professionals
• Provide consultation and recommendations regarding accessibility, environmental modifications, and student safety

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation
• $56.50-$76.75 an hour
• Guaranteed hours
• Part-time 20-22 hours/week following the teacher/school calendar
• Designated evaluation, documentation, travel, and planning time
• Manageable caseload
• Clinical and administrative support
• Professional development opportunities
• TheraPeds professional community
• W-2 benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• 1099 independent contractor opportunities may be available

Requirements

We're looking for an O&M Specialist who has:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Orientation & Mobility or Visual Related Field
• Current Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) credential through ACVREP or other credential accepted for the assignment
• Active or eligible for any New Hampshire credential or certification required for school-based O&M services
• Experience working with children who are blind or visually impaired
• School-based experience preferred
• Knowledge of IEPs, evaluations, transition planning, and special education services
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Good organization and time-management skills
• Ability to travel with and safely instruct students across a variety of school and community environments
• Ability to complete required background clearances

Physical Requirements

• Orientation and mobility instruction is active and may take place throughout school campuses and community environments. The O&M Specialist must be able to safely participate with students in a variety of environments and activities
• Physical responsibilities may include walking for extended periods, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, navigating stairs and uneven surfaces, traveling indoors and outdoors, and accompanying students through school and community environments
• All responsibilities will be performed in accordance with assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations

Benefits

Benefits and compensation are based on employment classification and eligibility.

W-2 employees may be eligible for:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

1099 independent contractor opportunities may include:

• Competitive contract rates
• Benefit Resources
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status
• Access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

Specific compensation, benefits, and terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement.

Who We Are

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist‑owned and operated school‑based services organization.

We understand the work because we've done the work. We partner with schools while supporting our providers with the educational, clinical, administrative, and professional resources they need to be successful.

Our focus is on building strong teams, supporting our professionals, and providing high‑quality services that help students build greater independence, confidence, access, and participation.

If this sounds like a good fit. We'd love to connect.