Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 66,124 - 79,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Apart from Ampersand Therapy LLC, a women- and therapist-operated company, is hiring a part-time Orientation and Mobility Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year in Gastonia, NC. The role focuses on supporting learners with visual impairments through tailored instruction and individualized strategies.

You will implement IEPs, collaborate with educators and families, and participate in planning and meetings to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• Must have Orientation and Mobility Specialist Certification.
• Must be able to submit college transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Implement IEPs, individualized interventions, and classroom accommodations.
• Build a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with school-based Exceptional Children's/Special Education teams, behavior specialists, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings, staff meetings, and team planning sessions.

Education

Orientation and Mobility Specialist Certification

Job description

## Orientation and Mobility SpecialistApplylocations: Gastonia, NCtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-101900**Job Title:**Orientation and Mobility Specialist**Pay Range:**$48-58/hour**Job Description:****Orientation and Mobility Specialist** **Up to $58/hour | Gastonia, NC | 2026-2027 School Year | Part-time position** **Position Details:*** Part-time (10 hrs/month)* K-12 Caseload* Starting August 2026**About the Role** Hello, O&M Specialists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a part-time O&M Specialist for the 2026-2027 School Year. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in student success by supporting learners with visual impairments through tailored instruction and individualized strategies. You’ll help create an inclusive, supportive classroom while partnering with educators, specialists, and families to ensure each student’s needs are met. **Why Join Us*** Competitive pay (Up to $58/hour) + steady school-year schedule* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses* Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses**What You’ll Do*** Implement IEPs, individualized interventions, and classroom accommodations* Build a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment* Collaborate with school-based Exceptional Children's/Special Education teams, behavior specialists, and families* Participate in IEP meetings, staff meetings, and team planning sessions**What We’re Looking For*** **MUST HAVE Orientation and Mobility Specialist Certification*** **Must be able to submit college transcripts*** School-based experience preferred, not required### **About Ampersand Therapy** Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued. *Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.* Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!