Orientation and Mobility Specialist - Flexible Role

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics; Joshua (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with matching

Professional growth opportunities

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Specialist to develop IEPs/IFSPs and teach mobility skills, including cane techniques and GPS-assisted navigation for students with vision needs. You will work with ARD teams, families, and educators to monitor progress, adapt strategies, and promote safety, independence, and successful postsecondary transitions.

Competitive pay starts at $45 per hour with flexible full-time/part-time roles, comprehensive benefits, retirement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Orientation and Mobility, Special Education, or a related field is required.
• ACVREP-certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist is required; EC-12 preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of IDEA and ARD processes; CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop IEPs/IFSPs focused on orientation and mobility needs with ARD involvement.
• Teach navigation skills, cane techniques, spatial awareness, and use of assistive tech.
• Monitor student progress; adjust instruction to meet mobility goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to integrate mobility skills into plans.
• Promote safety and independence across school, home, and community.
• Prepare students for post-secondary environments through community travel and public transportation navigation.

Skills

ARD participation

IEP/IFSP development

Bilingual skills

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Orientation and Mobility, Special Education, or related field

ACVREP Certification

Texas EC-12 Special Education certification (preferred)

Tools

GPS devices

Low-vision aids

Job description

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Specialist to develop IEPs/IFSPs and teach mobility skills, including cane techniques and GPS-assisted navigation for students with vision needs. You will work with ARD teams, families, and educators to monitor progress, adapt strategies, and promote safety, independence, and successful postsecondary transitions.

Competitive pay starts at $45 per hour with flexible full-time/part-time roles, comprehensive benefits, retirement