Orientation & Mobility Specialist — Empower Independent Travel

The Stepping Stones Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Relocation assistance

Spread Pay Plan

Professional development

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group seeks a qualified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M Specialist) to join our full-time school-based team in Philadelphia, PA. You will help students with visual impairments navigate environments independently and safely, through individualized instruction and collaboration with educational teams and families.

Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in O&M or related field, ACVREP/NOMC credential, and PA educator certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Orientation & Mobility or related field.
• Credential as Orientation & Mobility Specialist (ACVREP or NBPCB).
• Valid Pennsylvania educator certification.
• Experience with students who are blind or visually impaired preferred.
• Knowledge of assistive technology, low vision supports, and mobility training techniques.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation and mobility assessments to evaluate students' travel skills and independence needs.
• Develop and implement individualized orientation and mobility programs based on assessment results and educational goals.
• Provide direct instruction in safe travel techniques, spatial awareness, route planning, and environmental navigation.
• Teach cane travel skills and other mobility techniques.
• Support students in developing independent living and self-advocacy skills.
• Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVIs), special education staff, administrators, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development, progress monitoring, and reporting.
• Recommend accommodations, adaptive equipment, and assistive technology to support student access and independence.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

Skills

Assistive tech knowledge

Mobility training techniques

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Orientation & Mobility / Visual Impairment Education / Special Education

ACVREP or NBPCB O&M credential

Pennsylvania educator certification

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group seeks a qualified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M Specialist) to join our full-time school-based team in Philadelphia, PA. You will help students with visual impairments navigate environments independently and safely, through individualized instruction and collaboration with educational teams and families.

Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in O&M or related field, ACVREP/NOMC credential, and PA educator certification.