Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Point Quest, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Licensing reimbursements

W-2 employment

Referral bonuses

Volunteer time

Job summary

Point Quest Group in Houston, TX is seeking an itinerant Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role is part-time (20 hours/week) with in-person, school-based settings. This position starts ASAP and serves students across all grade levels.

The ideal candidate holds a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist credential and can travel between school sites, collaborating with families, educators, and related service providers to develop IEP goals.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with families, educators, and related service providers.
• Strong time-management and organization skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel between school sites.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students' orientation and mobility needs in school and community environments.
• Provide individualized instruction in safe and independent travel skills.
• Teach skills involving spatial awareness, sensory efficiency, route planning, and cane use.
• Develop, implement, and monitor orientation and mobility goals within students' IEPs.
• Recommend environmental modifications and mobility supports.
• Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired, families, educators, and related service providers.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary evaluations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and monitor student progress.
• Travel between assigned schools and instructional environments as needed.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's or master's in orientation and mobility or related field

Job description

Job Title: Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Pay Range: $47-$55

Job Description:

Orientation and Mobility Specialist | $47-$55/hr | Houston TX | 2026-2027 School Year

Point Quest Group is hiring an itinerant Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year in the Houston TX area.

Job Highlights

• Position: Orientation and Mobility Specialist
• Setting: In-person and school-based
• Schedule: Part Time, 20 hrs/week
• Starting ASAP
• Grade Levels: All grade levels

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students' orientation and mobility needs in school and community environments
• Provide individualized instruction in safe and independent travel skills
• Teach skills involving spatial awareness, sensory efficiency, route planning, and cane use
• Develop, implement, and monitor orientation and mobility goals within students' IEPs
• Recommend environmental modifications and mobility supports
• Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired, families, educators, and related service providers
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary evaluations
• Maintain accurate documentation and monitor student progress
• Travel between assigned schools and instructional environments as needed

Qualifications

• Current Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist credential or applicable state authorization
• Bachelor's or master's degree in orientation and mobility, visual impairments, or a related field
• Experience working with students across multiple grade levels preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills
• Ability to travel between school sites and provide instruction in varied environments

Benefits & Perks

• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Reimbursements for licensing, continuing education, and other professional expenses
• W-2 employment
• Referral bonuses
• Paid volunteer time and donation matching
• Access to guidance and resources from experienced school-based professionals
• No non-compete agreement

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first .

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs - and deserves - to succeed.

Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.