Itinerant Orientation and Mobility Specialist (PK-12), CY-FAIR HIGH SCHOOL

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District•Cypress, TX

18d

About The Position

Teach visually impaired students to develop the skills and knowledge required to enable them to travel safely and independently. Transport students to diverse locations to teach practical travel skills in realistic environments. Evaluate visually impaired students for orientation and mobility needs and determines eligibility for services. Participate in the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with visual impairments according to district procedures. Plan and provide appropriate individual and group instruction to students consistent with orientation and mobility goals contained in individual education plans (IEP). Tracks student progress and use evaluative finding to examine program effectiveness and make recommendations for change when appropriate. Modifies and collects materials to teach and explain specific concepts and mobility skills to the visually impaired student. Consults with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the safety of the visually impaired student and reinforce appropriate orientation and mobility skills throughout the day. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university
Valid certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist as granted by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP)
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of special needs of students with vision impairments
Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
Must be willing to obtain and maintain a current automated external defibrillator (AED) and CPR certificate

Nice To Haves

Valid Texas certification as a Vision Teacher – preferred

Responsibilities

Teach visually impaired students to develop the skills and knowledge required to enable them to travel safely and independently.
Transport students to diverse locations to teach practical travel skills in realistic environments.
Evaluate visually impaired students for orientation and mobility needs and determines eligibility for services.
Participate in the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with visual impairments according to district procedures.
Plan and provide appropriate individual and group instruction to students consistent with orientation and mobility goals contained in individual education plans (IEP).
Tracks student progress and use evaluative finding to examine program effectiveness and make recommendations for change when appropriate.
Modifies and collects materials to teach and explain specific concepts and mobility skills to the visually impaired student.
Consults with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the safety of the visually impaired student and reinforce appropriate orientation and mobility skills throughout the day.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.