Part-Time O&M Specialist for Visually Impaired Students

The Stepping Stones Group; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Spread Pay Plan

Professional development

Relocation assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonus

Collaborative environment

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a qualified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) to join our part-time school-based team in Belen, NM. You will assess students who are blind or visually impaired and develop individualized mobility programs to help them travel safely, confidently, and independently.

You will collaborate with TVIs, special education staff, and families, support IEP goals, provide direct instruction in cane travel and environmental navigation, and document progress.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Orientation & Mobility or related field.
• COMS certification.
• NM educator certification or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation and mobility assessments to evaluate travel skills and independence needs.
• Develop individualized orientation and mobility programs based on assessments and educational goals.
• Provide direct instruction in cane travel, safe travel techniques, spatial awareness, and environmental navigation.
• Collaborate with TVIs, special education staff, administrators, and families; participate in IEP meetings and progress reporting.
• Recommend accommodations and assistive technology to support access and independence.

Skills

Assistive technology knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Experience with VI students

Education

Master's degree in Orientation & Mobility or related field

COMS certification

NM educator certification or eligibility

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a qualified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) to join our part-time school-based team in Belen, NM. You will assess students who are blind or visually impaired and develop individualized mobility programs to help them travel safely, confidently, and independently.

You will collaborate with TVIs, special education staff, and families, support IEP goals, provide direct instruction in cane travel and environmental navigation, and document progress.