School-Based O&M Specialist — Inspire Independence

Reach Higher ABA Utah, LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Tolls reimbursed at IRS rate

Paid paperwork time (up to 2 hours per

Job summary

Reach Higher ABA Utah, LLC seeks a qualified Orientation & Mobility specialist to support Montgomery County Public Schools. You will help visually impaired students move safely through their school, home, and community, from classroom to bus stop, with independence.

The role encompasses O&M assessments, travel training, and collaboration with teachers, families, and IEP teams to set meaningful goals and ensure student progress in daily life skills.

Qualifications

• COMS certification (ACVREP).
• Experience with school-age students who are blind or visually impaired.
• A valid driver's license and reliable car.
• Ability to pass a full criminal background check and fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Complete O&M assessments, write evaluation reports and recommend IEP goals.
• Teach indoor and outdoor travel, long cane and sighted guide techniques, and sensory skills.
• Teach public transportation and community travel as students prepare for life after school.
• Work with teachers of the visually impaired, classroom teachers and families.
• Attend IEP, annual review and eligibility meetings.

Skills

COMS certification (ACVREP)

Experience with VI students

Driver's license

Background check

Job description

Reach Higher ABA Utah, LLC seeks a qualified Orientation & Mobility specialist to support Montgomery County Public Schools. You will help visually impaired students move safely through their school, home, and community, from classroom to bus stop, with independence.

The role encompasses O&M assessments, travel training, and collaboration with teachers, families, and IEP teams to set meaningful goals and ensure student progress in daily life skills.