Virginia - Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Allied Instructional; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 85,411; Full time

Job summary

Allied Instructional is hiring certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists in Winchester, Virginia. This in-person role involves providing essential services to students with visual impairments within local schools, focusing on IEP development and execution. Expect a mix of part-time and full-time opportunities with a flexible compensation structure based on experience.

Qualifications

• Certification in Orientation and Mobility is a must.
• Entry-level experience preferred.
• Ability to implement and document IEPs with evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to students with visual impairments.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments for school-aged students.
• Collaborate with educational team members for quality service delivery.

Skills

Knowledge of special education regulations

Experience in writing IEPs

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Professional Certification in Orientation and Mobility

Job description

Orientation and Mobility Specialist - Winchester, VA

Location: Winchester, Virginia

Employment Type: Contractor

Position Type: In-Person

Service: O & M

Compensation: $50-$62 per hour

Experience: Entry-Level

Job Description

AIS is seeking certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists in the Winchester, Virginia area to join our team of independent contractors. These itinerant specialists work in local school divisions to provide quality services to students with visual impairments and blindness. Both part-time and full-time, in-person opportunities are available.

The specialist functions as a member of the student’s educational team, providing comprehensive assessments and related services to school-aged students. Responsibilities include developing and implementing IEPs tailored to visual impairments. Candidates must possess a working knowledge of assessment and instructional practices, evidence-based research, recommended best practices, available technologies for low- and high-tech travel, and the roles and responsibilities of an Orientation and Mobility Specialist within a school environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Professional Certification and/or licensure in Orientation and Mobility
• Preferred experience as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Desired Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of special education regulations, policies, and procedures
• Experience in writing and implementing IEPs
• Experience conducting and documenting assessments and recommendations for Orientation and Mobility
• Knowledge of travel skills for students with blindness or low vision
• Experience providing consultation and training to teachers and service providers regarding visual impairments
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, organizational, and planning skills
• Understanding of the characteristics of individuals with various disabilities, especially visual impairments
• Ability to recognize and adapt to individual student differences
• Ability to collaborate effectively with parents, colleagues, school staff, and service providers

Office Location: 100 England St., Ashland, VA 23005