Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Pediatric Developmental Services•Shelby, NC

About The Position

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist to support students who are visually impaired. The specialist provides developmentally appropriate instruction to help students safely travel within and navigate familiar and unfamiliar environments, including home and school areas, buildings, outdoor areas, streets, and public transportation options. The position is described as working in a school and includes competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Experience working with K–12 children.

Responsibilities

Support students who are visually impaired with developmentally appropriate orientation and mobility instruction.
Teach students to safely travel within and navigate familiar and unfamiliar environments, including home and school areas, buildings, outdoor areas, streets, and public transportation options.
Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students in their care.
Communicate with staff and family members about each student's progress and challenges.
Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval.
Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school.
Use individualized reinforcement techniques to support student progress.
Invite family members to participate in students' educational progress.
Create and distribute quarterly progress reports.
Confer with on-site therapists about student disciplinary and behavioral issues.
Create a safe, productive classroom environment.