.5 Orientation and Mobility Specialist (2025-2026) SY

Roswell Independent Schools•Roswell, NM

About The Position

Assist students with visual impairments to achieve maximum independence through instruction in safe, efficient travel within the home, school, and community. Services include instruction in compensatory skills including daily living skills, self-advocacy, recreation and leisure skills as related to orientation and mobility. Students may range in ages from birth, through 21. Students may be functionally blind or have low vision. Community-based instruction is a critical component of the orientation and mobility program.

Requirements

Bachelors and/or Master’s degree.
Current AER/Academy Certification.
Experience with school aged children with multiple impairments.
Valid Driver’s license and Car Insurance.
Ability to travel between schools/sites.

Responsibilities

Participate in the referral and assessment process of visually impaired students.
Conduct evaluations of the orientation and mobility needs of visually impaired student which include concept development (spatial-positional, temporal, environmental, body image and movement); orientation to the environment; techniques of effective and safe travel; use of low vision devices; sensory development; self-advocacy; personal safety; efficient use of vision for travel.
Participate on the IEP committee including developing appropriate IEP/IFSP and O & M goals and objectives; recommend any modifications to program or specialized services needed based on the visual impairment.
Develop and implement an instructional plan based on identified student needs.
Provide direct O & M instructional services to students with visual impairments and consultation to school staff, peers, and community.
Order, distribute and maintain canes and low vision devices related to travel.
Team with vision teacher and other instructional related services personnel.
Consult with and advise school personnel on design and provision of safe efficient environments.
Provide direct instructional services to students with visual impairment in accordance with evaluation .
Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters.
Be flexible and able to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate and detailed records.
Report to work on time and work no less than 7.25 hours per day.
Work independently with very little supervision.
May be required to perform other related duties/functions as assigned by your supervisor.