Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)
Jobot, New York, NY, United States
Help students who are blind or visually impaired build confidence and independence!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Parker Huguley
Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year
A bit about us We are a non-profit, special education school serving children and young adults with visual impairments and multiple disabilities in an urban public-school setting. Our team is multidisciplinary (teachers, therapists, aides, and support staff) and focused on hands‑on, individualized instruction that helps students achieve independence at school and in the community.
Why join us?
Meaningful, student-centered work with measurable impact on mobility, safety, and independence
Collaborative team environment with strong classroom and therapy partnerships
Regular school-year schedule (weekday hours) that supports work-life balance
Professional development and certification support for vision services professionals
Job Details What You’ll Do (Core Responsibilities)
Deliver 1:1 and small-group O&M instruction for students who are blind or visually impaired (ages 3–21), including those with additional disabilities
Teach cane travel, spatial concepts, environmental navigation, route planning, and community mobility skills
Create and implement individualized O&M goals and lesson plans; track progress toward IEP objectives
Collaborate with classroom teachers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and families to integrate O&M into daily routines
Participate in IEP meetings, prepare documentation, and enter progress notes into the student record system
Adapt materials/approaches to meet sensory, cognitive, and mobility needs
Maintain safety standards during on-campus and community travel instruction
Qualifications (Required / Preferred)
Certification in Orientation & Mobility (e.g., COMS, ACVREP) or equivalent credentialing preferred
K–12 or pediatric school experience working with students who are visually impaired; experience with multiple disabilities a strong plus
Strong knowledge of cane techniques, environmental modification, and instructional strategies for O&M
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; able to communicate clearly with families and multidisciplinary teams
Valid driver’s license preferred for off‑site/community instruction (if applicable)
Willingness to complete criminal history/background checks and any required school onboarding
Benefits & Perks
Health insurance, retirement plan options, and paid time off (typical school-year benefits)
Ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities
Supportive multidisciplinary team and access to classroom resources
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Parker Huguley
Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year
A bit about us We are a non-profit, special education school serving children and young adults with visual impairments and multiple disabilities in an urban public-school setting. Our team is multidisciplinary (teachers, therapists, aides, and support staff) and focused on hands‑on, individualized instruction that helps students achieve independence at school and in the community.
Why join us?
Meaningful, student-centered work with measurable impact on mobility, safety, and independence
Collaborative team environment with strong classroom and therapy partnerships
Regular school-year schedule (weekday hours) that supports work-life balance
Professional development and certification support for vision services professionals
Job Details What You’ll Do (Core Responsibilities)
Deliver 1:1 and small-group O&M instruction for students who are blind or visually impaired (ages 3–21), including those with additional disabilities
Teach cane travel, spatial concepts, environmental navigation, route planning, and community mobility skills
Create and implement individualized O&M goals and lesson plans; track progress toward IEP objectives
Collaborate with classroom teachers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and families to integrate O&M into daily routines
Participate in IEP meetings, prepare documentation, and enter progress notes into the student record system
Adapt materials/approaches to meet sensory, cognitive, and mobility needs
Maintain safety standards during on-campus and community travel instruction
Qualifications (Required / Preferred)
Certification in Orientation & Mobility (e.g., COMS, ACVREP) or equivalent credentialing preferred
K–12 or pediatric school experience working with students who are visually impaired; experience with multiple disabilities a strong plus
Strong knowledge of cane techniques, environmental modification, and instructional strategies for O&M
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; able to communicate clearly with families and multidisciplinary teams
Valid driver’s license preferred for off‑site/community instruction (if applicable)
Willingness to complete criminal history/background checks and any required school onboarding
Benefits & Perks
Health insurance, retirement plan options, and paid time off (typical school-year benefits)
Ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities
Supportive multidisciplinary team and access to classroom resources
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Want to learn more about this role? Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!
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